Why learn Russian?

Learning Russian grants access to one of the six official UN languages and provides a strategic advantage in sectors like energy, aerospace, and cybersecurity. Russia's geopolitical significance makes the language invaluable in international relations. For basic fluency, English speakers need about 2,000-3,000 vocabulary words and can expect to spend 900-1,100 hours to reach general proficiency, given the language's unique alphabet and phonetic system. Essential grammar includes understanding the Cyrillic alphabet, six cases (nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, instrumental, prepositional), and complex verb conjugations. Mastery of these elements offers nuanced communication and a deeper understanding of Russian culture and history.