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Russian Level
Beginner
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46%
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Got a pay increase or promotion
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About this Course
Russian has over 258 million total speakers globally and is the most spoken Slavic language, the most spoken native language in Europe, as well as the most geographically widespread language of Eurasia. Large numbers of Russian speakers are residents of different countries, such as Israel and Mongolia. It is the world seventh-most spoken language by number of native speakers, and the world is eighth-most spoken language by total number
of speakers. Russian is the second-most used language on the Internet after English, and is one of two official languages aboard the International Space Station, as well as one of the six official languages of the United Nations.
Why should you choose Russian language?
Russia Is The Largest Country In The World
Russia is an incomprehensible large country. Fun fact: It’s actually the biggest country in the world by area, and is significantly larger than the runner-up country, Canada (Russia has 6.6 million square miles, compared to Canada’s 3.8 million). In fact, it crosses 11 whole time zones. Imagine just how much there is to discover in this endless country! A few examples: Russia has a full 29 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From the Kremlin and Lake Baikal to the Golden Mountains of Altai — there is immense cultural and ecological wealth to be found in Russia.
Russian Is A Language Of Upcoming
The fact is, Russian is scrimpy popular as a second language than, for example, Mandarin — another language even more difficult for English speakers to grasp. This low popularity is mortification because there are a number of economic opportunities currently arising in Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. You may be amazed to learn this too, but it became the internet’s second most popular language in 2013, replacing German, and has remained in
that position since.
Russian Is Part Of A Colossal Family
As you start learning a bit of Russian, a whole range of other languages is suddenly within reach to you. Russian is a member of the Indo-European language family, and specifically the Slavic family. Even with just a beginner’s grasp of Russian, you can quickly appreciate the other Slavic languages.
Pre-eminent in a crowd
Many of us have learned a second language in school, the most distinctive being Russian, Spanish and German here in the United States. Many universities offer Russian, but not that many students choose to take it. It can be assumed that is because of the alphabet in many cases. Nonetheless, you will be like a big fish in a small pond, if you are one of the few who know how to speak it.
Levels in Russian Language:
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) So, what exactly are the different levels of language learning? Well, many teachers and experts around the world use the Common European Framework
of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The CEFR has six levels from beginner (A1) to very advanced (C2).
| Levels | Listening Skills | Speaking Skills | Reading Skills | Writing skills |
| A1 (Breakthrough or beginner) | Can take part in basic, factual conversations. For example, ‘Where does your rabbit live?’ ‘It lives in my garden.’ | Can go to a shop where goods are on display and ask for what they want. For example, ‘Can I have this drink, please?’ |
Can understand simple information from a penfriend. For example, ‘My name is Anita. I’m 16 and I go to school | Can write a simple message saying where they have gone and what time they will be back. For example, ‘Gone to school. Back at 5 p.m.’ |
| A2 (Elementary) | Can take part in ‘small talk’ and express simple opinions. For example, ‘This looks like a good party.’ ‘Yes, and everyone’s wearing funny clothes.’ |
Can ask for what they want and exchange basic information with other customers. For example, who was first in the queue. |
Can understand letters with simple descriptions of people, events, ideas and opinions. For example, ‘I am sad because it is raining.’ | Can write a short letter with basic factual information. For example, their name, age, where they live, etc. |
| B1 (Threshold or intermediate) |
Can take part in a casual conversation for a reasonable period of time. For example, ‘How was your camping holiday this year? Did you get washed away in all that rain?’ | Can go to a counter service shop (where goods are not on display) and ask for most of what they want. |
Can understand letters with a range of personal opinions. | Can write simple letters stating facts and events. |
| B2 (Vantage or upper intermediate) | Can take part in conversations on a range of topics. For example, conversations about events currently in the news. | Can bargain for what they want and ask effectively for a refund or exchange an item. | Can understand what is said in personal letters, even where colloquial (informal) language is used. | Can write letters expressing opinions and giving reasons. |
| C1 (Effective Operational Proficiency or Advanced) | Can take part in conversations on a range of abstract topics with a good amount of fluency and a variety of expressions. | Can deal with complex and sensitive transactions. | Can read quickly enough to cope with an academic course. | Can write letters on any subject with good expression and accuracy. |
Russian Proficiency Test in India
Test of Russian as a Foreign Language –TORFL
The Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL) is a standardized test of proficiency in Russian language. The test began in 1992 and is administered by the Russian Ministry of Education and Science.
The test is organized in universities across Russia and Europe.
The Test of Russian as a Foreign Language comprises 5 parts examining language competences: writing, vocabulary/grammar, reading, listening and speaking. Usually the exam is held over a period of 2 days.
- A1 (TEU: elementary level). Minimum level of knowledge of the Russian language, enough for a limited number of situations in everyday life.
- A2 (TBU: basic level). Starting level of knowledge of the Russian language enough to communicate in a limited number of everyday situations. This is the minimum level for operating any professional activity for a limited extent.
- B1 (ToRFL-I: the first level). The average level of the Russian language, which allows you to communicate at home, educational and professional fields.
- B2 (TORFL-II: the second level). Sufficiently high level of knowing Russian language, which is enough for communication in all spheres of activity. This level allows to work in engineering, humanitarian and Natural-scientific areas. The certificate of this level is necessary to obtain a bachelor’s, master’s or specialists degree.
