Leo Tolstoy – warrant officer, 1860
3 interesting facts about the life of Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy:
🔻 Leo Nikolayevich's mother, Maria Tolstoy, belonged to the Volkonsky family, descendants of Rurik.
🔻 Leo Tolstoy was a distant relative of Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. Pushkin's great-grandmother and Tolstoy's mother's great-grandmother were sisters.
🔻 He participated in the Crimean War and the defense of Sevastopol.
#retrophotos
#brief_and_interesting
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3 interesting facts about the life of Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy:
🔻 Leo Nikolayevich's mother, Maria Tolstoy, belonged to the Volkonsky family, descendants of Rurik.
🔻 Leo Tolstoy was a distant relative of Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. Pushkin's great-grandmother and Tolstoy's mother's great-grandmother were sisters.
🔻 He participated in the Crimean War and the defense of Sevastopol.
#retrophotos
#brief_and_interesting
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Осторожно! Движение задним ходом!• Назад пятками
Watch out! Reverse gear! (Reversing, backing up or going in reverse)
[na-zat pyat-ka-mi]
SLT: Backwards with heels
🔻This phraseological unit is used figuratively to describe someone who backs down from a decision, promise, or opinion—essentially, to retreat or go back on their word:
• Ты же был против этой поездки, а сейчас назад пятками?
You were against this trip, and now you are backing down?
🎧
#useful_vocabulary
#spoken_Russian
#phraseology
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Подскажите, какая это порода кота?
Could you tell me what breed of cat this is?
#just_a_joke
#just_cats
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ГЖЕЛезный человек
Гжель is a Russian ceramic handicraft.
#memes
#just_a_joke
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• Глазище (глазища)
[gla-zi-shche (gla-zi-shchа)] (masc.diminutive-augmentative)
A huge eye(s)
🔻From
• Глаз (глаза) (masc.)
[glas (gla-za)]
An eye(s)
• Вот это глазища!
[vot e-ta gla-zi-shcha]
My goodness, what huge eyes!
❗Check our collection of expressions with глаза:
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#spoken_Russian
#phraseology
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Russians don't smile without reason
🔻83% of Russians, according to the All-Russia Public Opinion Research Center (VCIOM), consider themselves happy. However, there haven't been more smiles on the streets, and foreigners continue to perceive us as a gloomy and unfriendly nation. But we perfectly remember the proverb: Смех без причины - признак дурачины. (Laughter without reason is a sign of a fool).
🔻For a European person smiling upon meeting someone is a demonstration of politeness and goodwill towards the interlocutor. For Russians, however, "дежурная улыбка" ("a perfunctory smile") is not a desirable quality and is rather alarming. Russians rarely smile at strangers and are not always ready to reciprocate a smile.
🔻The uniqueness of the Russian smile lies in the fact that it must be sincere, have a valid reason understandable to those around, and be appropriate. Smiling for no reason is not accepted.
🔻Russians have their own smile, which in its mysteriousness is not inferior to the Mona Lisa's smile. Not strained, sincere, from the depths of our soul!
#RussianCulturalCode
#Russian_culture
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🔻83% of Russians, according to the All-Russia Public Opinion Research Center (VCIOM), consider themselves happy. However, there haven't been more smiles on the streets, and foreigners continue to perceive us as a gloomy and unfriendly nation. But we perfectly remember the proverb: Смех без причины - признак дурачины. (Laughter without reason is a sign of a fool).
🔻For a European person smiling upon meeting someone is a demonstration of politeness and goodwill towards the interlocutor. For Russians, however, "дежурная улыбка" ("a perfunctory smile") is not a desirable quality and is rather alarming. Russians rarely smile at strangers and are not always ready to reciprocate a smile.
🔻The uniqueness of the Russian smile lies in the fact that it must be sincere, have a valid reason understandable to those around, and be appropriate. Smiling for no reason is not accepted.
🔻Russians have their own smile, which in its mysteriousness is not inferior to the Mona Lisa's smile. Not strained, sincere, from the depths of our soul!
#RussianCulturalCode
#Russian_culture
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🇺🇸🇷🇺 "Thank you, Vladimir! At least I listened to some normal music": Trump has already started calling the Kremlin.
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When it comes to adaptation of favourite food to Russian reality:
🍕Dumpling Pizza (found in a Moscow restaurant:
☆ Mini beef and pork dumplings
☆ Mozzarella cheese
☆ Red onion
☆ Ketchup+mayonnaise sauce
☆ Dill
😉 Would you dare to try it?
#Russian_cuisine
#RussianCulturalCode
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🍕Dumpling Pizza (found in a Moscow restaurant:
☆ Mini beef and pork dumplings
☆ Mozzarella cheese
☆ Red onion
☆ Ketchup+mayonnaise sauce
☆ Dill
#Russian_cuisine
#RussianCulturalCode
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My dear Russian language learners!
I often write about beautiful Russian women and beauty contests held in Russia. And now you have an opportunity to be in the jury!
One of the subscribers of @learnRCRussian, a beautiful Russian girl Alena (see the photo, isn't she a beauty?), is a participant in the 10th season of the All-Russian beauty contest "Ты уникальная" (You Are Unique).
🟠 Her number is🔴 🔴 .
The final will be held on March 21st, and also launched is the long-awaited online voting, for which there will be a separate nomination and one of the main crowns:
🔴 Miss PHOTO.
Voting conditions are simple:
1. Subscribe (very important!):
http://vk.com/tu.penza
And
https://www.instagram.com/tu.penza?igsh=MWxteHJxNzh2Z..
2. Like the post with number🔴 🔴
3. Leave a comment
The participant with the most likes wins.
PS The account is private. You'll get access as soon as you subscribe to the channel. This is a mandatory condition to avoid cheating.
🔴 Please support her!
Thank you everyone!
Natalie with❤️
#admins_letter
#Russianbeauties
I often write about beautiful Russian women and beauty contests held in Russia. And now you have an opportunity to be in the jury!
One of the subscribers of @learnRCRussian, a beautiful Russian girl Alena (see the photo, isn't she a beauty?), is a participant in the 10th season of the All-Russian beauty contest "Ты уникальная" (You Are Unique).
The final will be held on March 21st, and also launched is the long-awaited online voting, for which there will be a separate nomination and one of the main crowns:
Voting conditions are simple:
1. Subscribe (very important!):
http://vk.com/tu.penza
And
https://www.instagram.com/tu.penza?igsh=MWxteHJxNzh2Z..
2. Like the post with number
3. Leave a comment
The participant with the most likes wins.
PS The account is private. You'll get access as soon as you subscribe to the channel. This is a mandatory condition to avoid cheating.
Thank you everyone!
Natalie with
#admins_letter
#Russianbeauties
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🔻To answer the most anticipated question now: Когда??? (when?)
• Скоро (adverb)
[sko-rа]
Soon
• В ближайшем будущем (formal)
[v bli-zhay-shem bu-du-shchim]
In the near future
• На подходе (colloquial)
[na pat-kho-de]
Approaching, on its way
🎧
#useful_vocabulary
#synonyms
#politics
#news
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Что тебе нужно для счастья?
Я: ...
What do you need for happiness?
Me: ...
Для счастья мне
• нужна ... (+ femin.noun)
• нужен ... (+ masc.noun)
• нужнo ... (+ neut.noun)
• нужны ... (+ plural noun)
❓А вам? Confess! Make up you own examples in the comments with this construction!
#grammar_tips
#just_a_joke
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Kolomna: A Journey Through Time and Taste
🔻Nestled on the Moskva River, Kolomna boasts a rich history dating back to the 12th century. Originally a strategically important border settlement, it flourished under Moscow's rule, evolving into a significant trading center.
🔻Today, Kolomna is a captivating blend of historical grandeur and charming modernity.
🔻Don't miss:
☆The Kolomna Kremlin, a magnificent fortress whose imposing walls and towers whisper tales of centuries past.
☆The Kalachnaya Museum, a fascinating glimpse into the medieval fast-food scene! Here, you can learn about and even sample the legendary Kolomna kalach, a sweet bread roll that has been a local specialty for centuries.
☆The Secrets of Kolomna Mead museum, unveiling the ancient art of mead-making.
☆Ioanno-Predtechenskaya Church is a stunning example of Russian architecture.
🔻Kolomna offers a captivating journey through time, blending historical significance with delicious treats and unique experiences!
📍Geoposition: Moscow Region, Kolomna, Russia
Video: patefonka_kvartal
#around_Russia
#Kolomna
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🔻Nestled on the Moskva River, Kolomna boasts a rich history dating back to the 12th century. Originally a strategically important border settlement, it flourished under Moscow's rule, evolving into a significant trading center.
🔻Today, Kolomna is a captivating blend of historical grandeur and charming modernity.
🔻Don't miss:
☆The Kolomna Kremlin, a magnificent fortress whose imposing walls and towers whisper tales of centuries past.
☆The Kalachnaya Museum, a fascinating glimpse into the medieval fast-food scene! Here, you can learn about and even sample the legendary Kolomna kalach, a sweet bread roll that has been a local specialty for centuries.
☆The Secrets of Kolomna Mead museum, unveiling the ancient art of mead-making.
☆Ioanno-Predtechenskaya Church is a stunning example of Russian architecture.
🔻Kolomna offers a captivating journey through time, blending historical significance with delicious treats and unique experiences!
📍Geoposition: Moscow Region, Kolomna, Russia
Video: patefonka_kvartal
#around_Russia
#Kolomna
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❤The paragliders' bridge on Mount Kush-Kaya, Sevastopol
Video: max_from_crimea
#around_Russia
#Russiannature
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#around_Russia
#Russiannature
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• Международный День Счастья!
International Day of Happiness!
• Желаю Вам/вам/тебе счастья! (polite/plural/singular)
[zhumy-la-yu vam/ti-bye shchas-t'ya]
Wishing you happiness!
#holidays
#useful_vocabulary
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1. Продавец (продавцы) (masc.)
[pra-da-vets (pra-daf-tsy)]
+
• Продавщица (продавщицы) (femin.)
[pra-daf-shchi-tsa (pra-daf-shchi-tsy)]
A shop assistant(s)
2. Фармацевт (фармацевты) (masc./ common)
[ar-khi-tek-tar (ar-khi-tek-ta-ry)]
A pharmacist(s)
3. Учитель (учителя) (masc./ common)
[u-chi-til' (u-chi-ti-lya)]
+
• Учительница (учительницы) (femin.)
[u-chi-til'-ni-tsa (u-chi-til'-ni-tsy)]
A teacher(s)
4. Врач (врачи) (masc./ common)
[vrach (vra-chi)]
A doctor(s)
5. Воспитатель (воспитатели) (masc./ common)
[vas-pi-ta-til' (vas-pi-ta-ti-li)]
+
• Воспитательница (воспитательницы) (femin.)
[vas-pi-ta-til'-ni-tsa (vas-pi-ta-til'-ni-tsy)]
A kindergartener(s)
• Я работаю (учителем). (+ Instr.).
[ya ra-bo-ta-yu u-chi-ti-lim]
I work as (a teacher).
🎧
#365_marathon
#survive_in_Russia
#grammar_tips
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🔻Scholars believe the word кот (cat) is a borrowing from Latin, where cattus meant wild cat.
🔻It entered Slavic languages from the southwest, via Vulgar Latin.
🔻The word кот sounds very similar in many languages around the world.
Russian 🇷🇺: кошка
English 🇬🇧: cat
French 🇫🇷: chat
Spanish 🇪🇸: gato
Italian 🇮🇹: gatto
German 🇩🇪: Katze
Portuguese 🇵🇹: gato
Dutch 🇳🇱: kat
Swedish 🇸🇪: katt
Danish 🇩🇰: kat
Norwegian 🇳🇴: katt
Finnish 🇫🇮: kissa
Polish 🇵🇱: kot
Czech 🇨🇿: kočka
Slovak 🇸🇰: mačka
Hungarian 🇭🇺: macska
Romanian 🇷🇴: pisică
Greek 🇬🇷: γάτα
❓How does the word кот/кошка sound in your native language?
#brief_and_interesting
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Sergey Viktorovich Lavrov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, is turning 75 years old today! Congratulations!
🔻Here are some of the Minister's most memorable quotes:
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#weLOVErov
🔻Here are some of the Minister's most memorable quotes:
— Мне не платят за то, чтобы я был оптимистом
— I'm not paid to be an optimist.
— Мне тоже мама запрещала танцевать с мальчиками.
— My mother also forbade me from dancing with boys.
— Дебилы, б…ь!
— Idiots, ***!
— Я не хотел бы использовать слово из четырёх букв.
— I don't want to use four-letter word.
— Мы никого не заставляем, никого не шантажируем, не угрожаем… Мы — вежливые люди…
— We don't force anyone, we don't blackmail anyone, we don't threaten anyone... We are polite people...
— Но сейчас такая ситуация в мире, <...> что если будут опускать железный занавес, то ненароком могут себе чего-нибудь прищемить.
— But the current world situation is such that if they lower the iron curtain, they might inadvertently hurt themselves.
Video: rus_leader
#weLOVErov
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