🇷🇺 What not to say in Russian:

As with all languages beware of false friends, ie. words that sound similar but have a different meaning.

Don't try to buy a магазин (magazine), in Russian - you end up with a shop. Better ask for a журнал (zhurnal) 📖.

Don't be surprised if someone invites you into his кабинет (cabinet). You're not meant to sit in his cupboard or join his cabinet, you're simply invited into his office 💺.

And watch out for which syllable of a word is stressed as it has an impact on the meaning. Я плачу́ (ja plachU), means «I'm paying» 👛 while я плáчу (ja plAchu), means «I'm crying» 😭 .

Want to learn more and to practice Russian in Russia? ☝

Take intensive Russian course in Petrozavodsk, Russia:

Beginner level group starts from May, 01
Elementary level group starts from March, 20; April, 03
Basic level course group starts from April, 17
Individual course is available on any dates! 👍

Effective Russian course, trips and excursions with Russian volunteers, staying in a hospitable Russian family will help you to make fast progress in Russian!

👉Apply: http://enjoyrussian.com/3719/ 👈
Ask: info@enjoyrussian.com

In Petrozavodsk you may easily take a walk through a forest to relax , listen to the birds , or have a picnic, and you don’t even have to leave the city! 

Last weekend EnjoyRussian team spent splendid time together. We had a picnic in the Kurgan spot where you can get on foot or by bus from any part of Petrozavodsk. Here are some pictures from the holiday 

In March it’s still winter in Karelia  although it’s sunny from the early morning ! In the Kurgan area you may rent ski and snowboard equipment, try snow tubing and sledding or just have a pleasant walk and make beautiful pictures. 

Welcome in March! 

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We're proud that our students come again for the Russian courses to master their Russian! Our dearest friend Susanne participated in the 4-week EnjoyRussian program for the first time in 2015. In 2016 Susanne won the Scholarship contest and studied with us for 2 weeks for free! In 2017 Susanne will come again to take 8-week course in a group of B2! Join Susanne! Dates: 05.06.-28.07.2017
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Come to EnjoyRussian and meet lots of international friends!  

We teach Russian to students from all over the world: European countries, China, Japan, Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, Mexica, USA, Canada...

 Our students participate in afternoon cultural activities like Presentation party or National food party where they share information about their native countries. 

Welcome to Petrozavodsk! 

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ALL YOU NEED IS RUSSIAN

Our students at EnjoyRussian language school take Russian courses for various reasons: some are learning for career 📈, some for university study 🎓 and others for personal interest. Whatever your reasons are for learning Russian, you can be sure that EnjoyRussian courses will suit your personal needs. We offer well-structured, quality and effective Russian language courses at reasonable costs approved by 1000 students since 2004.

Levels available: from A0 to C1 (beginners to advanced).

We offer 1-12 week courses. There are 20 classes per week. One class lasts for 45 minutes.
You may choose group or individual course.

Courses are open to participants of 18 years of age or older. As well we host the teenager groups (12+) with teachers.

Our participants are coming from different parts of the world: European countries, China, Japan, Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, Mexica, USA, Canada.

Dates: all year around. Courses start every first Monday of the month.

Timetable is flexible. As a rule, the classes take place in the morning from 10.00 till 13.30.

☝Deadline for applying - 1-2 months. You need this time to apply for visa.

One week group course costs 160 euro. One week individual course costs 400 euro.
📖Textbooks are provided for additional fee and cost about 20 euros.
We offer some afternoon cultural activities for students free of charge.

🎁Scholarships are available!

Choose the best course: http://enjoyrussian.com/3686_p…/3689_autumn_russian_courses/
Contact us: info@enjourussian.com

Do you know that except the Women's day (March 8th) in Russia people also celebrate the Men's day on February 23rd? 
The official name of the holiday is Defender of the Fatherland Day. This holiday has a military history and was first celebrated around WWI. But nowadays it's mostly just a holiday of all men. On this day women give presents to their husbands, fathers, boyfriends, male colleagues. They know very well that their women's holiday is coming very soon, and the quality of the gifts they will get on that day very much depends on what kind of gift they give to their men on February 23rd.

Here are some important phrases related to the holiday:
День защитника отечества - Defender of the Fatherland Day
С Днём защитника отечества - Happy Defender of the Fatherland Day!
Поздравляю с 23 (двадцать третьим) февраля! - Congratulations with February 23rd!

Do you have a similar holiday in your country?

Want to speak Russian? 

For everyone: those who have never learned Russian but want to start or who's been learning Russian for years and want to bring their language skills to perfection!

Don't be afraid and come to the Russian language courses in Russia in spring:
2-12 week Russian immersion programs!
Group starting dates:
March, 06 and 21
April, 03 and 17
May 01 and 15
Individual course is available on any dates!

Effective Russian course, trips and excursions with Russian volunteers, staying in a hospitable Russian family will help you to make fast progress in Russian!

Apply: http://enjoyrussian.com/3719/
Ask: info@enjoyrussian.com

Hello everyone! It's time to check your Russian grammar! Try to close your eyes and conjugate verbs of motion ИДТИ, ХОДИТЬ, ЕХАТЬ, ЕЗДИТЬ. Could you remember all the forms? Did you change the stress in ХОДИТЬ forms: ходИть, хожУ, BUT хОдишь, хОдит, хОдим, хОдите, хОдят. Didn't you confuse the stress of "идУ" and "Еду", "идЁм" and "Едем"?

If it was difficult and Russian grammar confuses you, come to our courses in Petrozavodsk and Russian grammar will become an easy thing for you!
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“On behalf of EnjoyRussian language school I cordially invite you to our Russian language program in Petrozavodsk. Petrozavodsk is a charming green Russian city located on the shore of the beautiful Onego lake not far from St. Petersburg. I co-founded the school with my partners in 2003 as a part of the non-governmental and not-profit educational center offering volunteer programs, foreign language courses and study abroad programs for Russian people. I am proud of the high reputation we have gained as the excellent language center, which has largely been through the hard work and dedication of our staff. Our school welcomes people of different ages from all over the world since 2004. More than 1000 students enjoyed our full Russian language immersion program including effective Russian language courses with professional Russian teachers, homestay with hospitable Russian families and cultural activities with our Russian volunteers. Our Russian language school is the perfect choice for those who are coming to Russia for the first time and looking for the warm welcome, who want to immerse into authentic Russian atmosphere and to get the fast and guaranteed progress in Russian, who prefer studying in the small groups, who evaluate the individual approach and are looking for the special attention to their needs. We will be happy to see you in Petrozavodsk and EnjoyRussian language school!” Natalia Pyantina, Director of EnjoyRussian School

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Which spring month to choose to take a 2-week Russian course in Petrozavodsk? The truth is, each month in Karelian spring is beautiful in it's own fashion. Choose the best period for your spring vacation or come for the full 12-week course to watch how sunny winter turns rapidly into hot summer! Dates of the 2-week courses in spring: March, 06-14 / 20-31, April, 03-14 / 17-28, May, 01-12 / 15-26. For details please contact info@enjoyrussian.com

Did you know?

 If you want to study Russian in Russia at a very attractive price and have fun, ask your friends! 

Come for a 2-week Russian course in a group of 4 people at least and each of you will save 40 euro for tuition!

When? April – September 
Where? Petrozavodsk, Russia 
Why? 
 - to master your Russian and take an unforgettable trip, 
 - to practice speaking Russian with Russian host family and volunteers, 
- to meet new friends and visit must-see places in Karelia, 
 - to taste traditional Russian food and learn about Russian way of thinking 
- to read Russian literature and watch Russian movies, and lots more!

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We were so surprised to know from our foreign students that people all over the world know word BABUSHKA (бабушка) so well, because they mistakenly think that babushka is a traditional Russian wooden doll, which we are sure you all have seen many times. It's a very common souvenir that people bring home from Russia. But the right name for it is MATRYOSHKA (матрёшка) and definitely not babushka!

What is BABUSHKA, after all? Of course it's granny, grandmother, the mother of person's father or mother. And it's a very significant person in people's lives, so let's tell a little bit more about these amazing Russian women.

Babushkas represent a totally independent part of society in Russia - they know everything and are good at giving a piece of advice whether you’ve asked for it or not. There are some interesting stereotypes about Russian babushkas that prove true more often than not:
1. Babushkas are perfect at cooking.
2. They take care of their grandchildren while their parents are at work and they really enjoy it.
3. They have a dacha where they grow vegetables, make kompots and prepare jams to be eaten on long winter evenings.
4. Their biggest concern is to feed everyone who gets to their house to the bursting point.
5. Babushkas always know everything about their neighbours. They like to seat on a bench outside and watch other people.

Are babushkas in Russia different from ones in your country? Have you ever had an interesting meeting with a Russian babushka you want to share? We can't wait to hear your story!