Grammar Tip

Either/or and Neither/nor Either/or and neither/nor connect two balanced words, clauses or phrases. They are called correlative conjunctions. Singular or plural verb? When two singular subjects are connected by either/or or neither/nor, use a singular verb. Example: Either Sally or Peter is invited. Example: Neither Sally nor Peter is invited. If one of the subjects…

Business Communication Skills Tip

Ways to Save Yourself From Burning out Disconnect every day. The perils (риски) of our “always-on” culture are well-documented (хорошо известный). Finding windows of time to disconnect every day and recover reduces stress and enhances engagement. Finding recovery time may mean meditation or exercise. Or it can be as simple as turning off your phone…

Open Argentine Tango and Milonga Classes in Baumen Garden

You are welcome to attend tango and milonga classes in Bauman Garden. Coach Raul Tisoquini will introduce guests to Argentine tango, its culture, traditions and modern trends. Participants will find out (узнавать) the course schedule and try to learn some dance moves. Open Argentine tango classes will be held on Wednesdays every two weeks from…

Desperation (n.)

Today’s Word of the Day is: “desperation” (n.) Transcription: [des.pəˈreɪ.ʃən] Russian Translation: отчаяние, безрассудство Definition: the feeling of being in such a bad situation that you will take any risk to change it Example: There was a note of desperation in his voice.- В его голосе была нотка отчаяния. Synonyms: hopelessness, despair