grammar

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Language learning, Russian language, Vocabulary

Russian Words for Learning and Studying: Mastering Учить, Изучать, and Учиться

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Russian isn’t the only language that likes to confuse its learners with endless lists of synonyms. Many Russian learners eventually master all those ‘изучать,’ ‘учить,’ ‘выучить,’ ‘учиться.’ Yet understanding the nuances between these verbs for learning remains challenging. This article explains the differences: from simple ‘знать’ (to know) to the academic ‘изучать’ and the skill-focused ‘учиться,’ helping learners choose the right word.

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Grammar, Russian language

How You Can Stop Worrying and Learn to Love the Russian Case System

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Russian cases aren’t just grammar—they’re an ancient storytelling toolkit. Nominative names your characters, genitive shows relationships, dative reveals recipients, accusative directs action, prepositional sets the scene, and instrumental explains “how.” Struggling with cases? You’re mastering a superpower our ancestors used to survive, packing vivid stories into every word. Embrace the challenge!

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Russian language, Vocabulary

Words Made with Love

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Discover Russian verbs rooted in “love” (-люб-) this Valentine’s Day! Learn how prefixes like по- and раз- change meanings, from “to fall in love” (полюбить) to “to fall out of love” (разлюбить). This grammar and vocabulary lesson for intermediate learners includes flashcards. Dive in and expand your Russian skills with this festive guide!

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