These look familiar but sound different: В = V (like Valentine) Н = N (like No) Р = R (rolled like in Spanish) Х = H (like a raspy "h" in loch)
Unlike English, Russian doesn't use "a" or "the." To say "a book" or "the book," you just say книга ( kniga ). Russian for dummies
Entirely new symbols like Ш (Sh), Ч (Ch), and Я (Ya). 2. Greetings & Survival Phrases Start with these to handle basic social interactions: Hello (Formal): Здравствуйте ( Zdrav-stvooy-tye ) Hi (Informal): Привет ( Pree-vyet ) Thank you: Спасибо ( Spa-see-ba ) These look familiar but sound different: В =