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Must-Know Russian Phrases for Shopping in Russia

Key Russian phrases for shopping in Russia
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When shopping at a local supermarket in Russia, knowing essential Russian phrases can make the experience smoother. Here are key phrases and vocabulary to help you navigate:

General Questions

  • Где я могу найти…? (Gde ya mogu nayti…?) – Where can I find…? Useful for locating specific items or departments 3, 5.
  • У вас есть…? (U vas yest…?) – Do you have…? To check if the store carries a specific item 4, 7.
  • Сколько это стоит? (Skol’ko eto stoit?) – How much does it cost? Essential for asking prices 3, 7.
  • Где касса? (Gde kassa?) – Where is the checkout? 5.

Payment and Discounts

  • Как будете оплачивать? (Kak budete oplachivat’?) – How will you pay? 1.
  • Вы принимаете кредитные карты? (Vy prinimayete kreditnye karty?) – Do you accept credit cards? 3.
  • Дайте мне скидку, пожалуйста. (Dayte mne skidku, pozhaluysta) – Please give me a discount. 3.
  • Это слишком дорого. (Eto slishkom dorogo) – This is too expensive. 3.

Shopping Essentials

  • Я возьму это. (Ya voz’mu eto) – I’ll take it. 3, 5.
  • Можно купить пакет на кассе? (Mozhno kupit’ paket na kasse?) – Can I buy a bag at the checkout? 1.
  • Корзина для покупок (Korzina dlya pokupok) – Shopping basket 2.
  • Тележка для покупок (Telezhka dlya pokupok) – Shopping cart 6.

Product-Specific Phrases

  • Где находится вода? (Gde nakhoditsya voda?) – Where is the water? 6.
  • Есть ли что-то подешевле? (Est’ li chto-to podeshevle?) – Do you have something cheaper? 3, 5.

Store Hours and Assistance

  • Какие рабочие часы у магазина? (Kakie rabochie chasy u magazina?) – What are the store hours? 1.
  • Могу я посмотреть это? (Mogu ya posmotret’ eto?) – Can I see this? 7.

These phrases will help you communicate effectively while shopping in Russian supermarkets.

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