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Russian for Dummies

noun

pronunciation: 'rəʃən

What does Russian really mean?

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Hey there! So, let's talk about the word "Russian." It's actually a word that can have a couple of different meanings, depending on how you look at it.

First of all, "Russian" can be used as an adjective to describe something or someone from Russia, which is a huge country in northern Europe and Asia. Picture a big map and imagine pointing to that area colored in red. That's where Russia is! People from Russia are called Russians, and they have their own language, culture, and traditions. They might have different foods, holidays, and even ways of doing things compared to people from other countries.

But "Russian" can also be a noun, which refers specifically to a person who is from Russia. So, if you meet someone and they say, "Hi, I'm a Russian," it means they were born or raised in Russia. Just like you might say, "I'm American" if you were born or raised in America. It's really just a way for people to talk about where they come from and share a bit about their identity.

Now, I know this word might seem a bit confusing, especially if you're not familiar with Russia or its culture. But think of it like this: You know how in your class, you have kids from different cities or even different countries? Well, just like those kids have their own special names that tell you where they come from, "Russian" is a special name for people from Russia.

So, next time you hear someone say the word "Russian," remember that they are either talking about something or someone from Russia. It's a term that helps us understand more about the people and things that come from that fascinating and diverse country.

Revised and Fact checked by David Williams on 2023-10-28 14:33:31

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