Vocabulary

Learning Russian words is always difficult. It’s best to start with small portions. But if you want to expand your vocabulary, this list will be helpful. Here, I have gathered 500 different Russian nouns. These include objects, phenomena, and various concepts. If you have a good command of Russian, make sure you are familiar with…

Close your eyes and imagine… the warm sun on your skin, the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and the joyful melodies of birdsong. This is spring! Spring in Russia officially begins on March 1st. However, in reality, the weather is still cold during this month, and the snow doesn’t melt quickly. It’s only towards the…

In Russian, describing the location and position of objects goes beyond merely using the verb “to be” as we do in English. Russian has an extensive vocabulary of verbs that provide more nuanced detail about where exactly something is and how it is positioned in space. In this article, we will explore the main Russian…

Whether you’re looking to do business in Russia or simply want to understand Russian economic news better, learning some key Russian business vocabulary can help. Russian has many specific terms related to economics, business structures, finances, and commerce that don’t have exact equivalents in English. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through the most…

Abstract nouns refer to intangible ideas, states, qualities, and concepts. Unlike concrete nouns, they have no physical form. For example, “любовь” (love) and “справедивость” (justice) are abstract nouns, while “стол” (table) and “яблоко” (apple) are concrete nouns. In Russian, abstract nouns can be of any gender – masculine, feminine, or neuter. They function grammatically just like…

Get ready to sing louder and dance faster as we dive into the world of Russian music (музыка)! To truly understand Russian culture and people, you need to learn basic music terminology in the Russian language. In this article, we will explore names of musical instruments, popular genres, important verbs, and theoretical concepts so you…

Is “убираться” the only cleaning-related word you know in Russian? Do terms like “чистяшее средство”, “пылесос”, and “щётка” leave you drawing a blank when speaking with Russian speakers? In this post, we’ll shine a light on essential Russian cleaning verbs, vocab for cleaning tools and products, and useful tidying-up phrases. With these terms in your…

Sports are a popular pastime in Russia and being familiar with sports terminology can greatly improve one’s ability to converse and understand sporting events. Knowing the Russian words for common sports and positions will make following a hockey match or soccer game much easier. List of Sports in Russian Russia has a rich sports culture,…