What are essential phrases to start speaking Russian confidently

To start speaking Russian confidently, it is essential to learn and practice key phrases that cover greetings, basic questions, polite expressions, and everyday interactions. Some of the most useful phrases include:

• Здравствуйте (Hello, formal)
• Привет (Hi, informal)
• Как дела? (How are you?)
• Меня зовут… (My name is…)
• Пожалуйста (Please)
• Спасибо (Thank you)
• Извините (Excuse me / Sorry)
• Где туалет? (Where is the bathroom?)
• Сколько это стоит? (How much does this cost?)
• Я не понимаю (I don’t understand)
• Вы говорите по-английски? (Do you speak English?)

Familiarity with these phrases helps build confidence in basic conversations and essential situations. Combining these phrases with practice in pronunciation and listening will strengthen conversational skills quickly. Starting with polite greetings and simple questions opens up communicative opportunities and cultural exchange, which is key to gaining confidence speaking Russian. ^{1, 16}

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