
A traveler’s guide to Russian greetings
If you’re meeting someone new, it’s essential to have some basic Russian phrases and words. To help you out, we’ve listed some of the most common Russian greetings and farewells below.
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If you’re meeting someone new, it’s essential to have some basic Russian phrases and words. To help you out, we’ve listed some of the most common Russian greetings and farewells below.
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If you’re meeting someone new, it’s essential to have some basic Russian phrases and words. To help you out, we’ve listed some of the most common Russian greetings and farewells below.
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