Identical (adj.)
Today’s Word of the Day is: “identical” (adj.) Translation: одинаковый, такой же самый Meaning: Exactly the same, or very similar. Example: I’ve got three identical blue suits. Synonym: alike, same
Twenty years of Soviet architecture
Among the plethora of Instagram accounts dedicated to brutalist architecture, @mcmxxxv is one of the most popular. The account focuses exclusively on Soviet architecture between 1930 and 1950, and features book and brochure illustration, as well as detailed and panoramic shots of buildings and sculptures. These detailed shots are especially interesting and rare: from the vine-adorned…
Business Communication Tip
Negotiation Skills Tip #1: Reaching a mutually beneficial solution by understanding and leveraging the other side’s motivations. A mutually beneficial or “win-win” solution is one that both sides finds favorable, and maintains positive relationships for future interactions. In order to achieve this outcome, you will need to discover what factors would be most influential and…
Grammar Tip
What’s the difference between “good” and “well”? “Good” is an adjective. This means it describes people, things and places, not verbs. These sentences are correct: Example: Sam is a good boy. Example: They live in a good house. Example: This is not a good place live in. These sentences are incorrect: Example: Sam behaves good. Example:…
Showery (adj.)
Today’s Word of the Day is: “showery” (adj.) Translation: дождливый Meaning: Used to describe weather with light rain that is often not continuous. Example: The weather in spring and autumn is usually showery and cool. Synonym: rainy
Discover the unseen corners of St Petersburg
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…
Business Communication Tip
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.
Grammar Tip
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…
Swanky (adj.)
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
Dive into these pleasingly symmetrical communist-era swimming pools.
Enter the pastel-coloured and symmetrical world of communist-era swimming pools, as photographed by Slovakian photographer, Maria Svarbova. The photos were shot in Slovakia’s old communist-era swimming pools, and could be seen both as a praise and a critique of the regime. Svarbova says she also uses image editing software to make the people in the…