Spanish students may talk up how their language of choice is spoken all over the Western Hemisphere.
French students might be proud that they can communicate with people throughout Europe, Canada and much of Africa.
But Russian students have their …
We all need to shop from time to time.
Maybe it’s a quick jaunt to the supermarket to buy your frozen pizza supply for the week.
Maybe it’s a lengthy trip to a shopping center to browse for the latest …
Sure is a nice day, huh?
Oh boy, it’s going to be a hot one today!
How about that storm last night.
You’ve probably uttered these types of phrases on more than one occasion when you’ve found yourself in a …
Family.
They pick you up when you’re down.
They celebrate your successes.
They pretend to not notice when you trip over your tongue (or they laugh so hard that they cry).
Family is likely one of the most important things …
Colors are some of the first words children learn.
The ball is red.
The dog is brown.
The toy is yellow.
While these terms come naturally in your first language, they may not come as naturally when you’re studying a …
He’s your honey.
She’s your dear.
They’re your darlings.
When you’re really fond of someone, sometimes you just want to express it by using cutesy terms of endearment.
Luckily, if you’re learning Russian and can’t resist a good pet name, …
Have you ever tried to run wearing only one shoe?
What about driving with a flat tire?
If so, you know what it’s like to try to deal with something that’s imbalanced or uneven.
The same thing can happen to …
The famous saying tells us that if there’s “no pain,” there’s “no gain.”
But sometimes it feels like there’s more pain than gain when it comes to learning Russian.
Do you want to learn Russian, but aren’t thrilled with having …
When you’re lost in the woods, try not to get spotted by a wolf.
If you’ve built your house out of sticks, you’d better hope no one blows it down.
And if you encounter a witch, never, under any circumstances, …
Being bookish ain’t so bad.
Lugging around reading material can build muscles.
The right glasses can give you a cool hipster vibe.
And reading undeniably builds knowledge.
Plus, if you want to learn Russian, learning to read in …
You wouldn’t build a house without laying a foundation.
For anything to last, it needs a strong base to support it.
The same is true if you want to learn Russian.
Teaching yourself Russian can be an attractive option, …
You’re swimming in treacherous waters.
They’re rough and dark and you never know if you’re safe.
But wouldn’t you feel better if there were a boat right behind you with warm towels and shark repellent and a family-sized pack of …
It’s easy to let your imagination drift away to future Russian travels.
The colorful domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow in the dark, strolling through the Pushkin Museum.
But hey, wake up!
You’ve got to stop dreaming and …
You can’t always do what you want.
You can’t paint with the quiet elegance of Bob Ross.
You can’t single-handedly bring your favorite show back from cancellation. You’re not Netflix.
And sometimes, no matter how hard you try, you just …
Kapow!
Kaboom!
Wham!
To some, these exclamations may simply sound like fun and excitement.
But we’ll let you in on a little secret: While comics can be incredibly enjoyable to read, they can also be a great tool for …
Even the best athletes sometimes need an assist.
After all, it’s hard to dribble a ball from one end of the court to the other and make the game-winning shot all by yourself.
The same is true of learning Russian.…
Growing up, learning your ABCs seemed epically important.
Not to mention fun!
Sure, the alphabet song may have tricked you into thinking el-em-en-oh-pee and and were letters, but chances are that it brought you more success than embarrassment.
Russian …
What’s your name?
How are you?
What would you like to eat?
Phrases like these are so common that you probably think nothing of them in your native language.
They’re second nature, just like breathing, sleeping and placing your Starbucks …
Its entrancing beauty is undeniable.
It will lure you in for a closer look.
But once you’re there, it might just reach up, grab you and make you beg for mercy.
Yes, Russian cursive is beautiful but deadly.
While it’s …
You like your tea served from a proper samovar.
You enjoy your blinis with a high-end caviar.
You prefer your sauna experience with a shot of vodka and a good birch branch thrashing. (Bruises? Who minds those?)
And when you …
Hunger can make you do crazy things.
It can make you hangrily yell at your friends.
It can make you eat foods that you know are digestively dangerous.
It can even make you purposefully speed in front of a cop …
Their words stick with you forever.
They always have the right answer.
They pick you up and motivate you when you’re feeling down.
No, we’re not talking about your best friend.
Well, not your best human friend, anyway.
We’re talking …
Have you ever tried to run wearing only one shoe?
What about driving with a flat tire?
If so, you know what it’s like to try to deal with something that’s imbalanced or uneven.
The same thing can happen to …
“To be, or not to be…”
When you hear those words, you may automatically picture a man casually holding a human skull.
But if you’re preparing for your next major existential crisis, there’s something you need even more than …
Иногда вы хотите читать по-русски.
Sometimes you want to read in Russian.
Иногда вы хотите читать по-английски.
Sometimes you want to read in English.
When you want to read in both Russian and English, though, there’s a great option: bilingual …
Picture a serene lake.
Water gently laps the verdant shores as swans float peacefully by.
But what if that lake weren’t so peaceful.
The water assaults the battered shore in massive waves. The swans are out of the water and …
You’re all set for your trip.
You’ve got some important Russian survival phrases under your belt:
“Nice to meet you!”
“How much does this cost?”
“Where is the bathroom?”
You’ve mastered these three phrases because mixing them up could have …
You’re 33 letters away from the journey of a lifetime.
That’s all it takes to start down the road to learning Russian.
Sure, that might be a few more letters than the alphabet you’re used to, but the Russian alphabet …
Learning Russian is pricey.
Textbooks can cost an arm and a leg.
Paying the fees for the best Russian courses, even the ones online, can also really add up.
And, of course, you’ll need to budget some money for …
Hello. Hey. Hi. Howdy. Yo.
Using the right greeting can set the tone for an entire conversation.
That’s why you should never start a job interview with “What up, dog?”
So it should come as no surprise that greetings are …
Food.
It makes your stomach growl and your spirit soar.
If you’re visiting Russia, you’ll need more than Russian travel phrases alone to procure the stuff you so crave. Russian idioms will certainly make placing your order more colorful, but …
A need for speed isn’t always a bad thing.
Sure, if it’s on the road, you might find yourself with enough speeding tickets to paper your walls.
But if speed is your thing when learning Russian, you can embrace it …
Learning Russian is a balancing act.
If you study too little grammar and vocabulary, no amount of cultural knowledge will help you communicate.
After all, you can’t order dinner by understanding Russian holidays.
But if you study exclusively grammar and …
Ever heard of that trendy, Pinterest-friendly breakfast called “overnight oats”?
Basically, the idea is that your oatmeal can cook itself overnight. You just put oats in with yogurt, fruit and whatever else you want, leave it in the fridge while …
In the quest for the perfect Russian learning resource, there are many obstacles you may encounter.
You may have to duel with the Cyrillic alphabet.
You may find yourself locked in a battle to the death with the case system…
They’re vibrant.
They’re colorful.
They’re expressive in the best possible way.
No, they’re not the latest summer fashions. They’re Russian idioms.
Idioms are groups of words whose figurative meanings don’t match their literal meanings. They’re common in any language.…
You deserve the finest, but sometimes the finer things in life aren’t all they’re cracked up to be.
Caviar has its appeal, but the cholesterol will creep up on you.
Vodka may be fun in the moment, but you might …
Sometimes you need a little pick-me-up.
Maybe it’s ice cream.
Maybe it’s Netflix.
Maybe it’s the sweet sounds of the smooth jazz of Kenny G.
We don’t judge.
But if it’s your Russian that needs a pick-me-up, food and …
Nothing can brighten up your mood like a massive YouTube binge.
You can watch anything you imagine!
It is totally free!
What could be better?
Well, if you want to upgrade your Russian education to “trending,” then the one thing …
You’re the head of your own Russian learning division.
You need to take charge and lead the way.
You need to get results.
Russian immersion software will help you do just that.
Sure, there won’t be meetings or uncomfortable …
Maybe St. Basil’s Cathedral beckons you.
Maybe you want to ride the Trans-Siberian Railway.
Maybe you just really like good vodka—everyone needs a hobby.
Regardless of your reason for visiting Russia, one thing remains true: You’ll need to learn some …
If you want to learn makeup tips, they’ll give you the foundation.
If you want to try a new recipe, their ideas will make the cut.
Bloggers are your friends when it comes to learning about virtually any subject area.…
On tonight’s menu, please try a delightful app.
No, not an appetizer—a Russian translator app!
They may whet your palate for learning, but they won’t leave you wanting more like the apps you get at restaurants.
And let’s …
What do you get when you mix viral videos, makeup tutorials and an incredible Russian learning resource?
No, it’s not a bizarre but enjoyable party. It’s YouTube.
YouTube may be your go-to place for kitten videos or help …
Listen up!
We would like to announce an important Russian skill you may have overlooked: listening.
You heard right.
The good news is that listening can also be one of the most fun skills to practice.
After all, you can …
Something about the glossy pages of magazines just draws you in.
But between the articles, photo spreads and ads, there’s something hiding that you haven’t noticed: Russian learning tools!
Okay, we’ll admit it: your favorite English-language magazine won’t do …
If you’re learning Russian, the internet is your playground.
Whether you’re looking for a recess from your normal Russian learning routine or just want to learn in the most entertaining way possible, Russian learning websites are a terrific playmate.
When …
Normally, you tune into the news to see what is happening in the world and in your local community.
And, perhaps most importantly, which celebrity couple just broke up.
But what if we told you the news could be so …
When you decide to learn Russian, you need the right companion.
This is one role your dog can’t fill, unless your dog speaks perfect Russian.
You need the sort of companion that will nudge you along and keep your …
Russian is an inherently flashy language.
It’s always finding new ways of catching your interest:
“Hey, look at this sophisticated Cyrillic alphabet!”
“Check out these fancy sound combinations!”
“Oh, how exciting/traumatizing the case system is!”
And obviously, the flashiest way …
Some people are born with an independent streak.
They want to make their own decisions, chart their own paths.
But when it comes to learning Russian, charting your own path can be a bit more complicated.
There is so …
Adorability is powerful.
It makes you adopt kittens. It makes you stare at photos of baby animals for hours on end. But can it also help you learn Russian?
The answer is a resounding “yes.” Through the power of …
Need a study break?
At some point you’ll experience study fatigue, where you feel you just can’t cram any more Russian into your noggin.
After all, studying can be exhausting.
You’ll definitely need a break, but a break from …
You’re a Russian language warrior.
You can never have enough amazing resources in your Russian learning arsenal.
But to learn Russian efficiently, you need useful, focused tools.
When it comes to your goals with any aspects of …
They say that learning Russian is a challenging adventure that is not for the weak of heart.
Actually, it isn’t all that bad.
The right resources go a long way to making the experience fun and easy.
So, you might …
When you’re learning Russian, you’re going to need to learn words.
Lots and lots of words.
But dictionaries take up valuable shelf space that could be better used for your extensive matryoshka collection.
That’s a real dilemma because, with a …
YouTube has all you could ever ask for.
Makeup tutorials: Check.
Song covers: Check.
Cat videos: Check.
But what about learning Russian? Is there anything out there for people who want to learn Russian with YouTube?
In fact, there’s …
Watching TV online is as easy as clicking a button.
Learning Russian, on the other hand, isn’t as simple as a single click.
But wait—if you fuse the two, could that make learning Russian easier and clicking a button …
Hey, Russian learners! The internet is your best friend.
Beyond offering you access to news, entertainment and pizza on demand without having to speak to a real person, the modern era has also made learning the Russian language much easier.…
Close your eyes.
Imagine that the only thing that separates you from the amazing and useful Russian language is a wall.
All you have to do is knock it down and you can finally make it to the other side—where …
When learning a new language, it’s hard to be patient.
You just want to Russian.
If that means resorting to all sorts of different learning activities, Soviet.
Are these puns Putin you off yet?
Okay, then. Let’s get serious.
Once …
Learning Russian is like a gymnastics routine.
Do everything right, and you make it look easy.
But if even one component is out of place, all your hard work and practice could devolve into an embarrassing mess.
The good news …
In the high-stakes world of Russian learning books, you have countless options for which card to play.
Do you go with an all-around book? Do you choose a good reading book? And how do you choose when there are so …
So, you want to learn Russian?
Or you’re already learning it but looking to take things to the next level?
Launching your Russian into the fluency stratosphere isn’t always easy, but it doesn’t have to be so hard, either.…
Sleeping in late on weekends.
Indulging in chocolate treats.
Reading a trashy novel (or two) at the beach.
Yes, we all have our guilty pleasures.
If one of your guilty pleasures is watching TV when you really ought to be …
We all have those days.
You know, those days when you just want to curl up on the couch with a tub of popcorn, the remote and an improbable amount of candy.
But wait, you’re trying to learn Russian.…
Learning Russian can be as easy as humming your favorite tune.
You know how it is when you’re just hanging out, trying to act normal, and suddenly find yourself with a familiar song stuck in your head?
Before you …
