Furry Friends in Russian: Easy Animal Words to Learn
Kids love animals and that makes animal words some of the easiest and most exciting vocabulary to learn in Russian! Whether it’s a favorite pet or a wild creature from a story, these words help kids feel connected, curious, and confident.
Meet the Animals in Russian
Here are some friendly Russian animal words to start with:
- кот (kot – cat)
- собака (sobaka – dog)
- медведь (medved’ – bear)
- заяц (zayats – hare)
- лошадь (loshad’ – horse)
- корова (korova – cow)
- птица (ptitsa – bird)
These words often appear in children’s books, songs, and games—so kids can hear them in context and remember them naturally.
Say It with Sounds
Animal sounds in Russian are different too! For example:
- A Russian dog says гав-гав (gav-gav)
- A Russian cat says мяу (myau)
Adding sounds makes language learning more playful and expressive.
Programs like Dinolingo teach animal words with stories, animations, and sound effects that keep learners ages 2–14 entertained and engaged.
Creative Activities to Try
Animal Charades
Act out different animals and guess their names in Russian. It’s great for memory and movement!
Make a Russian Pet Book
Draw or print pictures of favorite animals, then write the Russian name underneath. Add stickers or fun facts to personalize each page.
Animals are a natural bridge between play and language making these furry (and feathery!) friends the perfect vocabulary buddies for little learners.
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