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Meeting Your Russian In-Laws – HearSay Russian A2
Master polite phrases and cultural nuances to charm your Russian in-laws. Practice real-life conversations on the go with confidence!
Lessons The first formal greeting Learn how to greet your in-laws with the appropriate level of respect, using formal pronouns and proper patronymics.
Vocabulary здравствуйте (hello/formal) отчество (n.) (patronymic) уважение (n.) (respect) знакомство (n.) (meeting/acquaintance) приятно (nice/pleasantly) вы (you/formal) Objectives Use formal greetings with elders Address in-laws using patronymics Express pleasure upon meeting someone Crossing the threshold Navigate the vital rules of Russian hospitality as you enter the family home, from removing shoes to presenting gifts.
Vocabulary гость (m.) (guest) тапочка (f.) (slipper) подарок (m.) (gift) цветок (m.) (flower) проходить (to enter/come in) хозяин (m.) (host) Objectives Offer a host gift politely Understand shoe etiquette in a Russian home Greet the host at the entrance At the dinner table Sit down for dinner and practice the polite ways to accept food, praise the cooking, and request recipes.
Vocabulary угощение (n.) (treat/hospitality) попробовать (to taste/try) вкусно (delicious) рецепт (m.) (recipe) добавка (f.) (second helping/refill) чай (m.) (tea) Objectives Compliment the host's cooking Politely accept second helpings Ask about a recipe Sharing warmth and compliments Express genuine appreciation for the family's hospitality and cozy atmosphere during the feast.
Vocabulary семья (f.) (family) застолье (n.) (feast/table gathering) спасибо (thank you) забота (f.) (care) радушный (hospitable) уютный (cozy) Objectives Thank the hosts for their care Describe the atmosphere as cozy Participate politely in table talk Parting and future plans Conclude the visit on a high note by promising to stay in touch and inviting them to visit you in the future.
Vocabulary прощание (n.) (farewell) встреча (f.) (meeting) пригласить (to invite) приезжать (to visit/arrive) дорога (f.) (road/journey) обещать (to promise) Objectives Say goodbye warmly and politely Extend an invitation to visit Promise to keep in touch 
