Russian

Look, Russian is hard. Like, genuinely one of the most brutal languages you can pick up as an English speaker. You’ve got a whole new alphabet, six grammatical cases that change word endings constantly, and verb aspects that'll make your head spin. In fact, most language difficulty

Ever stared at Russian text and felt your brain completely give up? That’s because Russian is genuinely one of the hardest languages out there. The alphabet alone throws most people off. Translation apps aren't just helpful here—they're essential. You're gonna hit roadblocks

Language learning apps today are dopamine factories. Most Russian language apps sell you on streaks and cartoon mascots, but what you actually need are tools that teach Russian vocabulary, drill Russian grammar, build listening comprehension, and force you into real speaking practice with native Russian speakers. In this post, I’

New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest celebrations of the year in Russia. It’s a time for family, good food, and wholesome traditions that bring people together. I’ve always been curious about Russian culture, and learning about their New Year’s traditions has been one of

One thing is clear: Russian Christmas hits differently! Sure, most of us grew up with Santa Claus, but Russians have Ded Moroz (Grandfather Frost) cruising in his Troika sleigh with Snegurochka. For us, these aren't just characters in a story but are a HUGE part of what makes

Did you know that in Russia, Christmas is celebrated on January 7 instead of December 25? Russian Christmas is a special holiday full of unique traditions, and saying Merry Christmas in Russian is a fun way to join in! In this article, you’ll learn how to say Merry Christmas,

Ever feel like you've watched every horror movie worth watching? Think again. While you've been cycling through the same American and Japanese horror flicks, there's a LOOOT you haven't seen from the Russian cinema yet. If you're ready to trade

Russian is the 9th most spoken language globally, yet relatively few people attempt to learn it. The unfamiliar Cyrillic alphabet, six grammatical cases, and those notorious consonant clusters can intimidate beginners... and honestly, who can blame them? For one, I spent three years struggling with Russian before finally developing a

If you've been studying Russian for a while, you've probably encountered sentences like "Я пишу ручкой" (I write with a pen) or "Мы идём с другом" (We're going with a friend). Notice how the words "ручкой" and "