r/AskARussian • • 1d ago

Misc Оскорбил одноклассницу, извинился, но в ответ получил угрозы повешением и вызов родителей в школу. Как бы вы поступили на моем месте?

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Всем привет. Ситуация такая: я в 5 классе, недавно сглупил и назвал одноклассницу прыщавой. Быстро понял, что перегнул палку, поэтому несколько раз искренне извинился перед ней. Она прощать отказалась — я принял это и просто перестал с ней общаться. Но на этом всё не закончилось. Её друзья начали писать мне в личку и в общий чат класса, требуя «извиняться 100 раз, пока не простит». Дальше пошли прямые угрозы: мне около 4 раз написали, что «повесят на дверь» и изобьют. В общем чате начали грубить про мою маму, а в личке закидывали оскорблениями и спамом даже после того, как я закрыл диалог. Самое обидное — классный руководитель встала на их сторону, сказала мне «успокойся, тебя никто не убьет» и вызвала родителей в школу из-за моего первого слова. Я сохранил все скриншоты с угрозами и травлей и в понедельник собираюсь показать их директору вместе с мамой. Друзья советуют искать компромисс, но я считаю, что угрозы расправой и мое обзывательство — это вообще несоразмерные вещи. Правильно ли я делаю, что собираюсь идти с доказательствами к директору? Меня неоднократно буллили


r/AskARussian • • 3d ago

Food What's your favourite kvas brand?

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Russian or not Russian brand.

And, what's the difference between kvas of eastern and western Russia? Are them all with alcohol?


r/AskARussian • • 3d ago

Culture Russian urban legends and curiosities

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Hello! Привет!!!!

I’m studying Russian and starting to fall in love with the country and its multiculturalism. I’d love to learn about some interesting facts, urban legends, traditional folklore and other cool things to be found all across the country.


r/AskARussian • • 3d ago

Legal Can I savely obtain a certificate of non citizenship?

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So I want to move to Russia and there i got a job offer, however I need for a certain job in Russia a certificate of renounciation or absence of Ukrainian citizenship since I was born there (better said certificate of absence of dual citizenship but my country doesn't make those) and I would like to know if getting one could bring me legal trouble in Russi? So if it would count as financing a hostile state since I would have to pay the Ukrainian consulate in my country money to get it the certificate.

Not a troll question or anything, I know the topic is sensitive but I just want answers.


r/AskARussian • • 4d ago

Travel Is camping allowed for foreigners in Russia?

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So I have been big big fan of Russian weather since I was 6 I'm planning to visit Russia next month solo traveling on private visa, is there any issues I can face while camping? I want to do snow camping in Siberia region with my girlfriend. Will it be safe as a foreigner?


r/AskARussian • • 4d ago

Culture What do you guys think of the Timati rappers song Slezi w Slame to honour Detsl?

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He performed this a while back with a hologram too.

Idk if anyone cares to discuss this topic :))

Timati was v popular in the Baltic states when I was a teenager and we listened to him a lot (don’t shoot me)


r/AskARussian • • 4d ago

Culture Can someone teach my any style of fighting

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Hello, I'm an Indian medical student in russia studying in MRSU, saransk. I was going for DDX gym and I am practicing gym for a long time and many of Russians I see mostly know fighting style like boxing and some other. I wanna ask ppl to teach me but I donno where to ask so if anyone in saransk and will to teach me a minimum of self defence please help me I'm so interested in learning new things for now.


r/AskARussian • • 4d ago

Travel Денежные переводы с Запада в Россию

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Ребята, подскажите пожалуйста лучшие варианты -- в этот момент -- для перевода с западного счета (Великобритании) в российский (Мир, и тд) .

Заранее благодарю 🙏


r/AskARussian • • 4d ago

Culture What is attractive of Turkey as a tourist destination?

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I know a siberian girl who dreams of vacationing to Italy and Turkey.

I understand the attractive of Italy, but why Turkey?, Im Mexican and to my eyes is like someone wanting to visit Somalia or Uzbekistan as an attractive vacation place

Any takes on it?


r/AskARussian • • 5d ago

Culture What does "not homophobic" actually mean to you russians? (Confused by my language exchange partner)

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Hi everyone,

I’m currently learning Russian and have been actively looking for some language exchange partners. I’m a lesbian, and some of my recent experiences have left me a bit confused, so I wanted to ask for your opinion.

I've basically encountered two types of reactions when people find out I'm gay:

First, I met a few people who were overtly homophobic and used really bad words about gay men. But strangely, they told me they were completely fine with lesbians. This confused me, because I always assumed that supporting or opposing the LGBTQ+ community usually applies across all genders...

Secondly, I’ve met people who explicitly told me they are "fine with gays" and they are not homophobic. However, when the conversation naturally shifts to my daily life—like sometimes I like to casually mention my dating life or my relationship issues—the vibe suddenly gets a lit awkward. They don't have much to say, the conversation stalls, and it feels like they just want to distance themselves or end the chat.

It made me realize that maybe just saying "I'm not homophobic" doesn't necessarily mean that person is actually "gay-friendly" or comfortable hearing about a gay relationship.

Is this an accurate read? In Russian culture, does "not homophobic" just mean "I tolerate it as long as you don't talk about it"?...

I’d love to hear your thoughts so I can better understand the culture and navigate finding more compatible language partners. Thanks!


r/AskARussian • • 5d ago

Travel Uniquely popular tourist destinations?

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Hi everyone! I’m just curious what some popular tourist destinations are, both domestic and international, that are (somewhat) unique to Russians?

In Canada for example, people often travel domestically to the Vancouver area for milder weather and to experience the city; internationally, they frequent Cuba more than any other country in the world with over a million Canadians visiting every year.

Where do Russians like to visit more than anyone else? :)


r/AskARussian • • 5d ago

History How the Russian people feel about Soviet aircraft like the mig-23, su-17.

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They fly in russia. Some can fly in air shows like the other aircraft in the past?


r/AskARussian • • 5d ago

Travel Do Russians visit Chechnya/Grozny as a tourist destination?

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I’m American. As well as Russian culture, I’m also fascinated by Chechens, their culture, language, history, etc. And I want to visit Grozny one day. But from a Russian perspective, what do y’all think of Chechnya/Grozny as a tourist destination? What were your experiences if y’all have visited there.


r/AskARussian • • 5d ago

Society How common are open relationships in Russia?

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70% divorce rate, also cheating is common.

But how many open relationships are out there?


r/AskARussian • • 5d ago

Books Any recommendations on a Putin biography?

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I’m in the United States and it’s nearly impossible to find an objective book about this man. It’s all garbage. I need a thorough book about his life, nothing more, nothing less.


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Society Do people look forward to winter?

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I live in the Midwestern part of the United States and most women here despise winter. Men either like it or are indifferent. Is winter looked upon similarly in Russia, where women hate it for the most part? Or is it something most look forward to?


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Culture Please recommend books to help me better understand Russian culture

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I have always been interested in Russian culture, but I feel that in the West, we actually know very little about it. I would like to learn about folk myths, key historical figures, the Russian mindset, and so on. Essentially, I want to explore Russian culture in greater depth. For now, I plan to read the poems and works of Pushkin, as I know he is the most beloved author in Russia.


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Culture Please give advice

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Do men not go in labor and delivery with their women?
My Partner is claiming he's not going to be in the room with me as I give birth. He is from Russia and says thats not the norm there.
I am 32 weeks pregnant and he is trying to say he is not. I do not believe in that. We are in America sorry but I think its cowardice to not be a part of the moment you helped create. I respect every cultural difference but this seems like a lack of support.


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Travel: sim, money, crypto etc YooMoney top up from foreign bank cards down

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I used to be able to transfer money from a foreign bank card to my YooMoney account in the app. Now this topup method is shown as temporarely unavailable and support said they are working on resolving the issue.

  1. Since when is this method unavailable?

  2. When will it be available again? (weeks, months, never?)


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Misc Sending money from the EU

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Hello, I know this has been asked a lot, but for my case i figured it'd be best to post again. How do I (living in the EU) send my friend in Russia money? He's been financially cut off by his parents and his grandma doesn't have enough to support him, so I really want to help him. He doesn't have a western bank account and I don't think making a Kazakh bank account is possible either, unless it's not as difficult as either of us believes.


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Travel planning to go to russia

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hey guys ! can i still come to russia with everything going on? what’s a safe place/ area i can go to?


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Study Studying in Russia?

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Okay this is probably a stupid question but is it a good idea to study in Russia as of currently? Because for the longest time I’ve always wanted to study in Russia and pursue a further study there however I’m doing my research about the situation in Russia.

Some people tell me it’s fine, some people tell me to bring flowers to the funeral. I just need some advice or opinions on this matter?

I plan to take pure biology or applied biology in Russia and yes I’m willing to learn Russian (and I am slowly, I’m not the best because cs has only taught me how to swear at someone in Russian) and I’ve been told courses like those will be taught mainly in Russian as well.


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

Travel Do Russians still travel to Iran?

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Last time I've been to Tehran was back in late 2023. They were there but so were the Chinese and Koreans and Africans and some Europeans and even Americans. A lot has happened since then. Two wars in one year would discourage any tourists from visiting Iran. I could be wrong. I'm wondering if anyone you know has traveled to Iran or intends to do so.


r/AskARussian • • 6d ago

History Buying Memorabilia from Russia

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Is there anywhere that sells geniune set of all the medals that Wagner PMC issued ?

I see odd ones on Ebay etc but unsure if they are fake