Are Russians surprised by foreigners who speak Russian fluently? artwork
The Expat Edge

Are Russians surprised by foreigners who speak Russian fluently?

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  • 11:18
  • October 12th 2020

Are you learning Russian and wondering how Russians will react to you speaking Russian? You will be happy to hear that the vast majority of Russians are incredibly tolerant of foreigners speaking Russian. Almost every Russian finds it flattering and is willing to help.


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Matt Shannon
Co-founder, Expatriant

I lived in Russia for 5 years. Over those 5 years, I started a few companies, worked as an English teacher, worked at a large Russian tech company, and worked at an international law firm. I want to share my experience living and working abroad so you can do the same!

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Marcus Hudson
Founder at Let's Russia

Marcus has spent over a decade in Russian as a student, missionary, English teacher and business owner. Russia is a place that's hard to explain to foreigners, but Marcus seems to know how to make it all make sense.