You can name many famous Russian authors that have left a notable footprint in the history of literature. We all have heard of or even read the books written by Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Chekhov. Some of them are a part of the recommended literature list, others attract the attention of millions just because they are world famous. We have prepared a short list of Russian books translated into English you might not have heard of yet but which are definitely worth your attention. If you speak Russian, you will easily find the books in multiple formats. In case you don’t, you can get translated versions that are available online and in major bookstores. Here we go.
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The reason why Kiswahili/Swahili is so diverse is that there were many traders from around the world who visited the African coast and enriched the language with their native words. The language is still popular as there are around 50 million people speaking it. If you are looking for some business opportunities or simply have always dreamed of visiting Africa, don’t miss the chance to learn some of the common Kiswahili phrases. Even if this will be the first time you get familiar with this language, there are still good chances for you to pronounce the expressions correctly. The pronunciation is simple as you sound out every letter. Don’t change your mind and learn these expressions even if you will use them only once in your life. It is worth it. The people you talk to will appreciate your efforts.
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Hindi is one of the most-spoken languages in the world. If you are looking for some business opportunities or just want to visit the beautiful country of India, these phrases will come in hand. Locals always appreciate foreigners taking the effort of learning even a few expressions. When meeting with business partners, it is always a good sign of respect to learn basic Hindi phrases. As soon as you start learning Hindi, you will dive deep into the culture that is very different from the western one. Enjoy the new discoveries and open a whole new understanding of the world around you. To start your journey, check out these categories of Hindi expressions.
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You’ve probably heard the hypothesis of the Chinese language becoming the language of the future. There is no way to know if all the nations will speak some kind of an alternative version of Chinese but it will be a smart move to start learning it today. Apart from having good prospects for the future environment, knowing basic Chinese phrases can lead the way to success in business. In case you are an entrepreneur and would like to expand your business to China, learning some of the common expressions will help you a lot.
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As soon as you start learning the Arabic language, there will be new challenges every day. It is not at all easy to get your head around all the peculiarities of Arabic but your efforts will pay off. No matter if you are planning to have business negotiations using this language or have friends you want to impress with your knowledge, they will definitely appreciate it. If you want to go an extra mile, you can try learning some local Arabic phrases and dialects.
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Greece is not only the perfect country for a summer vacation destination. It is also a good place for starting a new business or growing the market presence of an existing one. Be aware that the business partners you encounter might have a different working pace and slightly distinct business behavior than you do. You can’t ignore the cultural difference so be prepared to face them. Learning some Greek phrases will certainly help to melt the ice between you and your colleagues and friends. The Greek language is a tough one to learn as it has nothing in common with the Latin alphabet at the first sight. But as you start learning it, you will see how beautiful and melodic it is.
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Ukraine is on its way to establishing true democracy, improving the business environment, and conquering the corruption issues. Many entrepreneurs start looking for business opportunities there as the production and labor costs are more attractive than those elsewhere in Europe. Learning some of the interesting local Ukrainian phrases won’t hurt if you want to impress your business partners or new friends. The Ukrainian language is very musical but hard to learn. the foreigners often think that Russian and Ukrainian are the same languages with some minor differences. In reality, there are more differences than one may think. The locals will appreciate your efforts in trying to speak their language.
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Visiting Russia can be an experience of a lifetime. The unique culture, friendly people, and KGB agents following you everywhere. We are joking about the latter, of course. Even if you don’t get a chance to travel there, there is a high probability you can come across a business partner who speaks Russian. The Russian language is widely spoken outside the borders of the former Soviet Union and you can practice your skills with native speakers living in the US. Look at the common Russian phrases that might come in hand during your long conversations.
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Poland is a fast developing European country that has proven to be quite effective in creating new successful businesses. It is a great place for any entrepreneur to consider when looking for a good investment opportunity. Besides its economic attractiveness, Poland has a lot to offer culture-wise. The beautiful churches and old narrow streets of the old towns like Wroclaw, Krakow, Warsaw will charm every tourist who visits Poland. To feel more comfortable, you can learn some of the Polish phrases. The Polish language is not that easy to learn but will help you impress the locals or your future business partners.
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Norway is a beautiful Scandinavian country and you will be lucky to visit it one day (in case you still haven’t done it). There is a lot to see and to do whether you are going on vacation there or having a business meeting. The Norwegian language is very diverse and it will be difficult to learn some of the local Norwegian phrases. In this article, you will find different categories of expressions that might come in hand during your journey.