Travellers to Russia and other countries where Russian is spoken will want to learn a few basic words and expressions in the local language. It will help you in your поездке (trip) as you make your way around and speak to people.
In this Russian lesson, you will learn how to ask for directions, navigate транспорт (transportation), избежать опасности (avoid danger), and enjoy local shopping and dining during your stay.
Getting around and Asking for Directions
Whether you are finding your way around the busy streets of Moscow or beautiful canals of St. Petersburg, these simple Russian phrases are useful for those times when you need to ask for help.
Important Signs You Need to Know
Путешественники (travellers) can find themselves in precarious situations if they don't know how to read знаки (signs). Some signs предупредят вас об опасности (will warn you of danger) while others simply draw your attention to a simple fact that музей закрыт (the museum is closed) or туалет не работает (the restroom is out of service).
Transportation Essentials
Во время вашей русской поездки (during your Russian trip), you will also need to rely on разные виды транспорта (various types of transportation) and learning these Russian words will be very useful.
Hotels, Shops and Restaurants
When you путешествуете по России (are travelling in Russia), you will probably be staying at a hotel, doing quite a bit of shopping and dining. The following vocabulary will help you navigate all of these situations.
Have a look at these useful conversational phrases as well:
Я могу вам помочь? Can/May I help you?
Я просто смотрю, спасибо. I’m just browsing, thanks.
Я ищу ... I’m looking for a …
Сколько это стоит? How much does this cost?
Вау! Это дешево! Wow, that’s cheap!
Хорошая цена. That’s good value.
Оу, это дороговато. Oh, that’s expensive.
Я возьму это, спасибо. I’ll take it. / I’ll take this, please.
Слишком длинное/короткое. It’s too long/too short.
Слишком маленькое/большое. It’s too tight/too loose.
Следующий, пожалуйста! Next, please!
Как вам удобно оплатить? How would you like to pay?
Наличными или карточкой? Will that be cash or credit?
Вам нужен пакет? Would you like a bag?
Вставьте карточку в терминал, пожалуйста. Put your card into the machine, please.
Введите ПИН-код, пожалуйста. Enter your PIN, please.
С вас ..., пожалуйста. That comes to ….(price), please.
I hope you enjoyed learning these essential words and expressions for people travelling to Russia.
Хорошей поездки (have a good trip)!
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