Master the Basics of Phonetics: Speak Russian Confidently from Day 1

From 16.56 £ /h

Are you ready to unlock the Russian language? The secret to success lies in a strong foundation. In this lesson, we will focus on the most important part of starting any language: Phonetics and Pronunciation.

What makes this lesson special? I don’t use boring textbooks. Instead, I use exclusive presentations with rich illustrative materials. These visual aids help you create mental associations, making it much easier to memorize the Cyrillic alphabet and complex sounds. What we will do together:

The Alphabet & Beyond: We’ll cover the letters, but more importantly, the sounds they make in real speech.

Articulation Training: As a professional philologist, I will show you exactly how to produce those "tricky" Russian sounds like 'ы', 'ж', 'щ' or the difference between hard and soft consonants.

Visual Learning: My bright and clear slides will guide you through every step, ensuring you don’t feel overwhelmed.

First Words: You will leave the lesson knowing how to read basic words and introduce yourself.
Who is this for?

For absolute beginners: no prior knowledge required.

Materials provided: I provide all necessary materials: a copy of the presentation, links to video or audio materials, and homework (if you choose to complete it).

Extra information

Please have your laptop with the camera open. No prior preparation is required.

Location

Online from Ukraine

About Me

I am a professional philologist and Russian language teacher with over 25 years of experience at the university level. Throughout my career, I have helped hundreds of students from all over the world to master Russian, from absolute beginners to advanced learners. My teaching method is based on a structured and logical approach, making even the most complex grammar easy to understand.

In my classes, I focus on your specific goals—whether it's preparing for the TORFL exam, business communication, or simply conversational practice. I especially enjoy working with passionate and motivated students, as their enthusiasm makes our common progress even more rewarding. I provide all necessary materials and create a supportive, stress-free environment for effective learning. Let's achieve your language goals together!

Education

Master’s Degree in Philology and Russian Language V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University (KhNU)

Professional Certificate in Teaching Russian as a Foreign Language (RKI) V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University (KhNU)

Professional Development Certificate in Russian Philology and Pedagogy Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU)

Experience / Qualifications

Senior Lecturer / Professor of Russian as a Foreign Language More than 25 years of teaching at the university level.

Teaching Russian to international students across various faculties (Medicine, Engineering, Economics).

Designing and implementing comprehensive language curricula for all levels (A1 to C1).

Developing specialized courses for professional communication and academic purposes.

Individual coaching for students worldwide.

High success rate in preparing candidates for the TORFL (ТРКИ) exams (Levels B1, B2, and C1).

Mentoring students in overcoming language barriers and mastering complex grammar structures.

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Russian

Skills

Russian

Grammar

Tutoring

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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Приятного аппетита! О еде, вкусах и здоровых привычках (B1)

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Bon Appétit: Food, Flavors, and Lifestyle (Level B1)
This lesson goes beyond the menu. We will explore how language describes our physical changes, the nuances of taste, and the colorful idioms Russians use when talking about food and personality.

🎯 Who is this lesson for?
Level: B1 (Intermediate).

Students who want to sound more natural by using common idioms.

Learners interested in topics of health, nutrition, and lifestyle.

What will we cover?
Word Formation: How to turn adjectives into verbs of change. For example: худой → похудеть (thin → to lose weight), толстый → потолстеть (fat → to gain weight), старый → постареть.

The Science of Food: Understanding nutrition labels in Russian. We will study белки (proteins), жиры (fats), and углеводы (carbohydrates).

Flavors & Sensations: Descriptive vocabulary for tastes (bitter, sour, spicy) and how to use the verbs «удалось» (managed to) and «пришлось» (had to) in a culinary context.

Idioms & Expressions: Master vivid phrases like:

Свежий как огурчик (Fresh as a daisy/cucumber).

Ни рыба ни мясо (Neither fish nor fowl — about a person).

С кислым лицом (With a sour face — looking unhappy).

Teaching Methodology and Materials

Lexical Approach: We focus on how words are transformed and combined in real-life speech.

Discussion: Tell us about your diet: what you had to give up and what you managed to achieve.

Город или деревня? (А1+- А2) Cравниваем по-русски.

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Speaking Practice: You will participate in a discussion about the pros and cons of city versus country living and create your own "ideal living situation" ranking.

Communicative Approach: My goal is to get you speaking! I prioritize active conversation, where 70% of the lesson time is dedicated to your output.

Interactive Materials: We will use visual aids, flashcards, and short situational dialogues to make learning intuitive and help you memorize new words faster.

Supportive Environment: I provide gentle corrections and help you find the right words to build your confidence in speaking Russian.

Required Skills
To get the most out of this lesson, you should be familiar with the Russian alphabet, know how to read, and be able to construct basic sentences in the Present Tense. Don't worry about making mistakes with endings—at the A2 level, this is part of the process, and we will work on them together!

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