Every year, a group of Russian word-lovers vote on the word – or rather words – of the year. Here are the results.

A look at the evolving language of real estate in Russia.

On how much more difficult it is becoming to have a civil conversation in Russia.

The many ways that spitting has worked its way into the language.

A look at the many ways of taking a break, linguistically speaking.

Donald Trump sounds very different in English and in Russian. We investigate the why, and it's huge!

A look back at the most popular and/or infamous words and phrases of 2016.

Looking at the linguistic and cultural challenge of reflexives.

The electoral season is in full swing in Russia — or rather, the Russian press is in high-gear reporting, commenting, and interpreting the US presidential elections.

Coming to grips with Russian's language of love and sex.

A short primer on some useful and not so acceptable bits of prison jargon.

A look at the language of corruption, which would seem a rather useful thing to have in your back pocket.