Speak Russian with a Smile: Easy Greetings and Goodbyes
Learning how to say hello and goodbye is one of the easiest and happiest ways for kids to start speaking Russian. These words pop up all the time, and they help children feel instantly connected to the language.
Simple Words, Big Impact
Russian greetings and farewells are short, expressive, and fun to say. Some of the most common include:
- Привет (Privet – Hi)
- Здравствуйте (Zdravstvuyte – Hello, formal)
- Пока (Paka – Bye)
- До свидания (Da svidaniya – Goodbye)
Kids can also learn polite phrases like:
- Как дела? (Kak dyela? – How are you?)
- Хорошо (Khorosho – Good)
- Спасибо (Spasiba – Thank you)
These greetings give kids the power to start a conversation—and that builds confidence fast.
How to Practice with a Smile
The best way to learn these words is to use them every day. Say “привет” in the morning or “пока” at bedtime. Repeat them during pretend play or while greeting toys, pets, and family members.
Programs like Dinolingo make these phrases stick by repeating them in animated stories, interactive games, and sing-along songs. Designed for kids ages 2–14, the platform turns daily expressions into second nature.
Creative Activities to Try
Greeting Puppet Show
Make paper puppets and put on a short show using Russian greetings. Each puppet can say something different as they meet and part ways.
Sticker Reward Hello!
Each time your child says a Russian greeting or goodbye correctly, they earn a sticker. It’s a great way to build habits with a smile.
Mastering a few greetings can make kids feel instantly capable and speaking Russian will feel friendly, not foreign.
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