The Multimedia Art Museum presents an exhibition of photographs from the unique family archive of the Yusupov princes. A special place in the exhibition is reserved for the portrait gallery that introduces us to family members of the Yusupov princes. The photographs of Princess Zinaida Nikolaevna Yusupova, one of the most beautiful high society ladies…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “remote” (adj.) Transcription: [rɪˈməʊt] Russian Translation: отдаленный, дальний, далекий Definition: far away in distance or time, or not closely related Example: It was a remote mountain village with no electricity supply. Synonyms: isolated, distant, far
How to Use Second Conditional Sentences Second conditional sentences are useful for expressing outcomes that are completely unrealistic or will not likely happen in the future. Consider the examples below: Example: If I inherited a billion dollars, I would travel to the moon. – Если бы я получил в наследство миллиард долларов, я бы отправился…
The exhibition of the Norwegian expressionist Edvard Munch started at the State Tretyakov Gallery. Visitors can see 70 paintings and 30 graphic works, photographs and memorabilia (предметы коллекционирования) from the Munch Museum in Oslo and the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts. This is the first exhibition in Russia to display the artist’s legacy (творчество)…
How to Use Zero Conditional Sentences Zero conditional sentences express general truths—situations in which one thing always causes another. When you use a zero conditional, you’re talking about a general truth rather than a specific instance of something. Consider the following examples:Example: If you don’t brush your teeth, you get cavities.- Если ты не чистишь…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “exodus” (n.) Transcription: [ˈeksədəs] Translation: массовый уход, исход Meaning: a situation in which a large number of people all leave a place together Example: There has been a mass exodus of workers from the villages to the towns. Synonyms: mass departure, migration
Festival guests enjoyed a food court, participated in master classes and contests. Spring Bike Festival took place in Moscow on May 19 to bring together a record number of participants – more than 40,000. The holiday began with the Sadovoye Koltso cycling race – an against-the-clock race for amateur (любитель) athletes of various training…
Do These Things If You Work in a High-stress Job Humans aren’t machines. If you want to operate at full capacity, you have to make time to recharge. Here are a few strategies to overcome anxiety and stress: 1. Always take your breaks and lunches– people are more effective when they take regular breaks -and…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “gullible” (adj.) Transcription: [ˈɡʌlɪbl] Russian Translation: легковерный, доверчивый Definition: Someone who is gullible is easily tricked because they trust people too much. Example: They sell overpriced souvenirs to gullible tourists. Synonym: trusting
How to Decide Whether to Email, Text, Call, or Talk in Person Below are some of the most common channels for communication, and the ways to use—and not abuse—them on the job. 1. Face-to- face – speaking face-to-face with someone is still best. Whenever possible, seek out (добиваться) these one-on-one situations. To make the most…