There’s a Name for Words That We Repeat Often Words we always use even though they add no meaning or value to a sentence are called crutch words (cлова-паразиты). For example, in the sentence “Then I was like, OMG, then like, he went there, and like…” it is pretty obvious that “like” is the crutch…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “vendor” (n.) Transcription: [ˈven.dər] Russian Translation: продавец, поставщик; торговец Definition: a person or company that sells goods or services; a person who sells food or goods on the street Example: Street vendors sell hot dogs outside the museum. Synonyms: seller, retailer
The Dos and Don’ts of Business Email Etiquette Don’t Be Negative It’s inappropriate to email negative comments. An email in all uppercase letters connotes (означать) anger in an email. These antagonistic messages cause awkwardness long after the email has been sent and received. If you must relay (отправлять) bad news via email, use objective words…
Open-Air Animation Festival in Russia Insomnia is a truly independent animation festival which takes place in the Russian countryside. Four nights in a row on a big and nice meadow (поляна) surrounded by the forest they show best short animated films from all over the world. During daylight guests can enjoy other festival activities —…