Russian language training, Transglobal Languages & Cultures

If your work involves regular contacts with Russian speakers, then a Russian language course could give you a commercial advantage. Russian is the most widely spoken language in Europe and the most widespread of the Slavic languages. It is an official language in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Crimea and the United Nations. It is used as a second language in some 17 other countries.

Where does Russian stand as a world language?

Russian is an Indo-European language – like Sanskrit, Greek, Latin and the modern Germanic, Romance and Celtic languages. Written examples exist from the 10th century. Some of the greatest works of literature were penned in Russian by writers like Dostoyevsky, Gogol, Puskin and Chekhov. Its importance in the 20th century waned after the fall of the Soviet Union. It is still significant as a lingua franca in Eastern Europe and Asia. It ranks today in the top 8 world languages with over 140 million native speakers and 100 million more second language speakers.

How can I possibly learn all those Russian words?

Russian is linked historically to other European languages through Greek and Latin. Thus it contains many words almost identical to the English: school, student, atmosphere, fact. English in turn has borrowed words from Russian: vodka, tsar, tundra, sputnik. More recently Russian has borrowed key words from English about computing: chat, Internet, site, provider. So it’s much more familiar than you realised!

Will it be hard for me to learn Russian?

Russian gives the impression of being difficult for English speakers. Certainly it is somewhat harder than the main Western European languages. Much of this is to do with the Cyrillic alphabet. Although it appears a lot different from our Roman alphabet, there are some similar letters with the same sounds. Also it is simpler than the English spelling system and more consistent. You should be able to grasp it during the first week of your Russian language training. The grammar uses a lot of suffixes and prefixes rather like Latin or German.

Will your method really enable me to learn Russian?

Our approach involves “learning by doing”. Many years’ experience of “communicative methodology” has enabled us to develop dynamic exercises which help you to use Russian practically - as you learn it - using relevant materials and situations. You could be one of the growing number of people mastering Russian.

What one client said about his Russian language course:

Q: Were you satisfied with the delivery and presentation of the training? “Extremely satisfied.”
Q: Did you gain any benefits other than language skills? “A very enjoyable week.”
Q: What other comments would you like to make? “Very satisfied with the standard of training, from both Olga and Anna, plus the top class support..”
Q: Would you recommend this course to other people? “Yes.”
Joe Diamond

Will it take me a long time to learn Russian?

A detailed needs analysis allows us to design your Russian language training around the demands of your job. The programme will be tailored specifically to your requirements. Your time will not be wasted on irrelevant topics so you will reach your learning goals much quicker.

What’s so special about Transglobal’s Russian language courses?

We have been training business people, partners and families in languages since 1992. So we really understand how to meet your needs. We have won numerous awards for the most effective language training in the UK. Ask our training manager, Ela Linton how Transglobal’s acclaimed language training can enable you to learn Russian. Contact Ela now……