Mastering Money Talk: A Beginner’s Guide to Russian Finance Terminology

money vocabulary

If you’re planning to visit Russia or do business with Russian speakers, it’s essential to have a good understanding of money-related vocabulary. In this article, I’ll cover a range of words and expressions related to money in Russian: from basic terms like ruble and kopeck to more complex concepts like inflation and exchange rates. Russian … Read more

50+ ‘What’ Questions to Add to Your Conversation Bank

Let’s learn some phrases, shall we? We use “Что?” (what) to ask for information about things or actions. This list has 100 awesome ‘what’ questions to help you understand and speak Russian. It’s got everything from beginner level stuff like ‘What is it?’ to tougher questions like ‘What do you consider your greatest achievement?’. If you’re … Read more

Basic Vocabulary for Shapes in Russian

Basic shapes in Russian

Every thing has a shape. Have you ever found yourself marveling at the distinct shapes of objects that surround us in everyday life? The diversity of shapes, from the squareness of a picture frame to the roundness of a soccer ball, adds depth and visual interest to our environment. In this article, we will explore … Read more

What Is a Relative Pronoun in Russian, and How Does It Work?

Relative pronouns (adverbs) look and sound like interrogative pronouns (adverbs). The difference is that relative pronouns are used to connect clauses or phrases together and refer back to a noun or pronoun in the previous clause. They are often translated to English as “who,” “whom,” “whose,” “which,” or “that.” Let’s take a look at the … Read more