Explore a lesser-known St Petersburg with this Instagram account dedicated to the city’s hidden delights. The Instagram account lets the viewer enjoy the more undiscovered vantages of St Petersburg — street corners and well yards, spaces not yet invaded by the city’s stampede of tourists. The account takes its name from a Russian word that means ‘non-festive’ or ‘non-ceremonial’ @neparadny, and that’s…
Teamwork skills Effectively communicating with others who may have different opinions and skill sets. In a business setting, this means putting aside personal differences and working toward a common goal. For teamwork to be successful, all parties must recognize that combined efforts are worth more than individual contributions.
How to Use “e.g.” and “i.e.” These two come from Latin and they are quite common in English writing. Here is a short explanation on what they mean and how to use them properly: e.g. It stands for the Latin phrase “exempli gratia”, which means “for example.” Example: Big cities, e.g. New York, London and…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “swanky” (adj.) Translation: роскошный, модный. Meaning: Very fashionable and expensive. Example: He is often seen around Hollywood, driving his jeep or eating meals poolside at swanky hotels. Synonyms: stylish, expensive