Ever found yourself in a situation where you're struggling to understand or be understood? Don't fret; this Russian lesson has you covered. Learn how to ask people to speak more slowly, how to request repetition, and even how to admit you didn't understand something. Armed with these Russian phrases, you'll navigate any social landscape with more clarity and grace.
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Do these match?
What did you say?
Как вы говорите? (kak vy govorite)
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Thank you
Спасибо! (Spasibo)
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I don't understand
Слово в слово (slovo v slovo)
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Speak slowly
Говорите медленно (Govorite medlenno)
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Please
Я не знаю (Ja ne znaju)
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Do you speak English?
Как вы говорите? (kak vy govorite)
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Do these match?
No
Нет (Net)
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Do these match?
Do you understand?
Что вы сказали? (Čto vy skazali)
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Do these match?
Yes, a little
Да, немного (Da, nemnogo)
10/17
Do these match?
Word for word
Я не знаю (Ja ne znaju)
11/17
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How do you say?
Вы говорите по-английски? (Vy govorite po-anglijski)
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Do these match?
I don’t know
Да, немного (Da, nemnogo)
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Do these match?
Repeat, please
Повторите, пожалуйста (Povtorite, požalujsta)
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Again
Медленно (Medlenno)
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Do these match?
Yes
Я не знаю (Ja ne znaju)
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What does it mean?
Что это значит? (Čto èto značit)
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Do these match?
Slowly
Да, немного (Da, nemnogo)
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Please and thank you :: Russian vocabulary
Politeness is a universal currency that can take you far, no matter where you are in the world. This Russian lesson is focused on teaching you the expressions that convey respect, politeness, and understanding. From the simplest "Please" to the eternally gracious "Thank you," you'll acquire the Russian vocabulary that sets the tone for any kind of dialogue.
In this comprehensive Russian lesson, you'll encounter 17 Russian phrases essential for polite and effective communication. The Russian lesson starts off with basics like "Please" and "Thank you," but also delves into Russian phrases for when you need more clarity, like "Repeat, please," and "I don't understand." You'll even learn the polite way to ask if someone speaks English. Each of these Russian phrases plays a role in facilitating smooth and courteous interactions, whether you're just starting to learn the language or aiming to deepen your conversational skills.