The Grammar of Nicknames
Ever wonder why William becomes Bill, but not Willam? Or how a Russian Aleksandr affectionately becomes Sashenka? Nicknames follow a fascinating, unwritten grammar, a secret set of rules that transform…
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Runglish in Orbit: The Hybrid Language Forged in the International Space Station
In the high-stakes environment of the International Space Station, flawless communication has led to the spontaneous development of "Runglish," a functional pidgin blending Russian grammar with English technical vocabulary. This…
Seeing Blue: How the Language You Speak Changes Your Perception of Color
Do you see the same "blue" as a Russian speaker, who has two distinct words for the color? The fascinating link between language and color perception reveals that our vocabulary…
What Makes Russian Difficult to Learn?
Language acquisition is a fascinating process filled with both challenges and rewards. For many learners, Russian, with its complex grammar rules and unfamiliar script, presents...
Russian Books for Beginner to Intermediate Learners
Russian literature is a gateway to a different world, a world of fascinating tales that captures the soul of Russia. Its expansive history, culture, philosophy,...