⭐ Iya
French
Jan 24, 2017
Encore une superbe conversation avec Irina, ponctuelle et motivée comme d'habitude!
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⭐ Iya
French
Jan 20, 2017
Merci pour une superbe leçon! En plus, la prochaine fois quand vous ferez des exercices, vous pouvez me les envoyer en avance pour gagner du temps pendant le cours)
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- Ever since I was little, I loved a good meal, and I consider myself quite lucky being raised in a company of grandmother’s cutlets, delicious soups, blinis and other traditional Russian masterpieces. However, I cannot help but think of some other dishes which were also a memorable part of my childhood, and to this day remain the joy of some and the worst nightmare of others. Join me as I revisit the 3 most haunting dishes of my childhood! 1) Kholodets (Холодец). This jellied masterpiece (sometimes translated as aspic) is made from boiling the feet, heads, or bones of pigs or cows until the meat falls off the bone. Then, the meat is shredded and mixed with the broth to create a gelatinous dish that is served cold. I must admit, a couple of times I had to wait for the host to look away and quickly move the contents of my plate to my pocket. Sorry not sorry. 2) Semolina porridge. The mere mention of semolina porridge is enough to send shivers down my spine. Imagine a pale, lumpy mass of a rather thick porous texture - at best it looks like a cheerless snowy desert, with a tiny pool of melted butter floating in the middle like a sad dying sun... Some people claim it can be quite tasty though, provided you get rid of the lumps and throw in a teaspoon of raspberry jam for good measure. Try at your own risk. 3) Okroshka. At first glance, it appears to be a harmless mixture of veggies, meat, and sour cream, served cold to combat the sweltering heat. But wait ne more ingredient is added, turning this whole thing into a senseless cacophony of flavour. The name of the ingredient is kvass. For those of you who don’t know, kvass is a non-alcoholic drink made from fermented bread. Now imagine this concoction thrown into the mix mentioned above! So beware of Okroshka. It is a disthat should never be eaten, lest you fall victim to its terrifying power.
March 29, 202300 - I’ve been teaching Russian for years now and through that experience have met a lot of amazing people. Since it’s my native language, I always couldn’t help but wonder what other non-native speakers like about it. Some say it simply sounds nice, which for me was at first a bit hard to believe (obviously they haven’t heard my uncle yelling in the kitchen while he’s trying to cook breakfast), others - that speaking Russian makes them feel like spies from a bad-ass movie. So, after brooding over a cup of black tea, I’ve decided to add my own 10 kopeks to that list. Lo and behold, here are the 4 reasons that make learning Russian language so useful (in my opinion, anyway): 1. Plenty of places to practise. That’s right! With over 258 million speakers worldwide, Russian is the most widely spoken Slavic language and the eighth most spoken language in the world. So it will definitely be useful if you plan to visit one of the former Soviet countries. 2. Read Dostoevsky in the original to feel enlightened. Russian literature and culture have had a significant impact on the world, with great writers such as Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Bulgakov and Chekhov. Being fluent in Russian language allows for a deep appreciation of these works in their original language. 3. Funny way to say it… The Russian language has a rich collection of idioms and proverbs that are unique to the language, such as "if you enjoy riding, you should also enjoy to carry your sledge" or “if you love honey, you should also love cold” to describe a person’s need to work hard. Very fitting when it comes to learning such a complex language! 4. Cultural heritage. Russia has a rich cultural heritage that spans over centuries, from the art and music of the Tsarist era to the avant-garde movements of the Soviet period. Want to learn more? Let me know in the comments below :)
March 19, 202303 - A Note On Russian HospitalityIf at first you don't succeed among native Russian speakers, perhaps it is your unfamiliarity with Russia's elaborate social customs that is holding you back. Learn how to understand social situations better in this article, as well as some helpful phrases sure to impress any host.
September 9, 20161 - A Guide To Unexpected Situations In RussiaWhether you’re an amateur or a seasoned traveller, Russia will always find a way to surprise you. Even though such surprises are not always unpleasant, it’s vital to know what to say in nonstandard situations in which some amount risk is involved. Of course, you can try to solve misunderstandings with a bit of light-hearted laughter, but note that it might not work on tougher individuals.
July 15, 20163 - Writing A Diary In RussianThere are many useful techniques that you can use to help you learn a language and improve the learning experience overall. Among these are watching movies in the target language, reading books and listening to songs, all of which are indispensable to improving one’s listening skills. However, many people seem to dismiss an equally important aspect called writing. After all, it’s really the best way to learn how to express yourself in your target language.
May 26, 20162 - A Visit To A Russian HairdresserGetting your hair cut can be a risk no matter whether communication is happening in the same language or not, let alone the same native country. So it might be good to be prepared with some background knowledge before heading in to a hair salon in Russia. Of course, you can always be experimental and let the hair stylist do anything, so check out how to talk about hair in Russian.
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