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 —…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “pivotal” (adj.) Transcription: [pɪvətəl] Russian Translation: центральный, основной, ключевой Definition: having a very important influence on something, central and important Example: He has played a pivotal role in the negotiations.- Он сыграл ключевую роль в переговорах. Synonyms: central, crucial, vital
The Dos and Don’ts of Business Email Etiquette Do Use an Introduction In cultures like the U.S., the best practice is for the sender to introduce themselves by first and last name with some background information (общая информация) in the first few lines. For example, “Dear Ms. Mandell: My name is Sharon Schweitzer, founder of…
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‘Shall’ or ‘Will’? The traditional rule is that shall is used with first person pronouns (i.e. I and we) to form the future tense, while will is used with second and third person forms (i.e. you, he, she, it, they). For example:Example: I shall be late.- Я опоздаю.Example: They will not have enough food.- У…
The Dos and Don’ts of Business Email Etiquette Whether you’re a senior professional or an office newbie (новичок), here are some must-remember dos and don’ts of business email etiquette. 1. Do Pay Attention to The Subject Line Write a clear, concise (краткий) subject line that reflects the body of the email. Avoid subject lines with…
Make reservations to attend the annual Cucumber Festival in Suzdal Concerts, dances, games, contests, art shows, and — of course —jars and crocks (глиняный кувшин или горшок) of cucumbers, prepared in more ways than you can imagine. You can visit the town’s magnificent (великолепный) outdoor historical museum, monasteries, churches, and town arcade. There are plenty…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “to talk shop” (id.) Russian Translation: говорить о работе Definition: to talk about your job when not at work Example: Even at a party they talk shop! Synonym: to talk business
The Second Life of Foreign Words in the Russian Language Many words from other languages have made incredible journeys to Russia, and live here with completely different meanings. 2. Saray (a shed), Persion In Persian, saray means “palace”. The capital of the Golden Horde during the Tatar-Mongol yoke of Russia was also called Saray. Ironically,…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “to meddle” (v.) Transcription: [ˈmedl] Russian Translation: вмешиваться Definition: to try to influence people or change things that are not your responsibility Example: Please stop meddling in your sister’s marriage! Synonym: to interfere