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National Holidays

In this lesson, you will learn about the most important national holidays in Russia. Russian culture is rich in traditions and celebrations, and these holidays play a significant role in the lives of the Russian people. Understanding and appreciating these holidays will not only broaden your knowledge of Russian culture but also help you connect with native speakers on a deeper level. Let's dive into the fascinating world of Russian national holidays!

New Year's Day

New Year's Day is one of the most beloved holidays in Russia. It is celebrated on January 1st and marks the beginning of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar. In Russia, New Year's Eve is the main event, where families and friends gather to celebrate together. The celebrations often include a festive dinner, exchanging gifts, and watching the President's New Year's address on television. At midnight, people toast with champagne and fireworks light up the sky. Ded Moroz (Father Frost) and his granddaughter Snegurochka (Snow Maiden) are the traditional figures who bring gifts to children.

Here are some key vocabulary words related to New Year's Day:

Russian	Pronunciation	English
Новый год	Nóvyj god	New Year
Новогодние праздники	Navagódniye prazdníki	New Year holidays
Дед Мороз	Ded Moroz	Father Frost
Снегурочка	Sneguróchka	Snow Maiden

Victory Day

Victory Day, also known as День Победы (Den' Pobedy) in Russian, is celebrated on May 9th to commemorate the victory of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany in World War II. This holiday holds great significance for the Russian people, as it honors the millions of lives lost during the war. The celebrations include military parades, fireworks, concerts, and the laying of wreaths at war memorials. It is a day of remembrance and gratitude, and people often wear St. George ribbons, a symbol of victory and bravery.

Here are some key vocabulary words related to Victory Day:

Russian	Pronunciation	English
День Победы	Den' Pobedy	Victory Day
Парад Победы	Parád Pobedy	Victory Parade
Военный парад	Voyénniy parád	Military parade
Вечный огонь	Véchnyy ogón'	Eternal flame

International Women's Day

International Women's Day, known as Международный женский день (Mezhdunarodnyy zhenskiy den') in Russian, is celebrated on March 8th. It is a day to honor and appreciate women's achievements and contributions to society. On this day, men give flowers and gifts to the women in their lives, including mothers, wives, daughters, and colleagues. It is also common for women to receive special discounts and offers at stores and restaurants. International Women's Day is an important holiday in Russia, emphasizing gender equality and the empowerment of women.

Here are some key vocabulary words related to International Women's Day:

Russian	Pronunciation	English
Международный женский день	Mezhdunarodnyy zhenskiy den'	International Women's Day
Цветы	Tsvéty	Flowers
Поздравления	Pozdravléniya	Congratulations
Права женщин	Prava zhénshchin	Women's rights

Conclusion

In this lesson, you learned about the most important national holidays in Russia. New Year's Day, Victory Day, and International Women's Day are just a few examples of the rich cultural heritage of the Russian people. By understanding and celebrating these holidays, you can gain a deeper appreciation for Russian culture and connect with native speakers on a more personal level. Keep exploring the diverse traditions and holidays of Russia, and continue your journey to becoming fluent in the Russian language!

Table of Contents - Russian Course - 0 to A1

Course Presentation

Alphabet and Pronunciation

Basic Phrases and Greetings

Nouns and Gender

Numbers and Time

Cases and Prepositions

Family and Relationships

Verbs and Conjugation

Food and Dining

Russian Traditions and Holidays

Travel and Transportation

Adjectives and Adverbs

Hobbies and Leisure Activities

Russian Literature and Arts

Videos

National Russian Holidays - YouTube

Sources

Other Lessons

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-As a Russian language teacher with 20 years of experience, I believe that learning about a country's culture is just as important as learning its language. In this lesson, we will explore some of the most important national holidays in Russia, including their significance and how they are celebrated.
+== National Holidays ==
-<span link>Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: [[Language/Russian/Culture/Russian-Literature|Russian Literature]] & [[Language/Russian/Culture/Icons-and-Churches|Icons and Churches]].</span>
+In this lesson, you will learn about the most important national holidays in Russia. Russian culture is rich in traditions and celebrations, and these holidays play a significant role in the lives of the Russian people. Understanding and appreciating these holidays will not only broaden your knowledge of Russian culture but also help you connect with native speakers on a deeper level. Let's dive into the fascinating world of Russian national holidays!
-== New Year's Day (Новый Год) ==
-New Year's Day is one of the most important holidays in Russia, celebrated on January 1st. While New Year's Day is celebrated around the world, it holds a special significance in Russia, where it is considered the most important holiday of the year.
+=== New Year's Day ===
-On New Year's Eve, it is common for families to gather together, watch the president's New Year's address on TV, and enjoy a festive meal together. At midnight, they will often drink champagne and watch fireworks displays. In some regions of Russia, it is also traditional to celebrate the "Old New Year" on January 13th, according to the Julian calendar which was used before the adoption of the Gregorian calendar.
+New Year's Day is one of the most beloved holidays in Russia. It is celebrated on January 1st and marks the beginning of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar. In Russia, New Year's Eve is the main event, where families and friends gather to celebrate together. The celebrations often include a festive dinner, exchanging gifts, and watching the President's New Year's address on television. At midnight, people toast with champagne and fireworks light up the sky. Ded Moroz (Father Frost) and his granddaughter Snegurochka (Snow Maiden) are the traditional figures who bring gifts to children.
 Here are some key vocabulary words related to New Year's Day:
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 |-
-| Новый Год || noh-vyy got || New Year's Day
+| Новый год || Nóvyj god || New Year
 |-
-| праздник || prazd-neek || holiday
+| Новогодние праздники || Navagódniye prazdníki || New Year holidays
 |-
-| праздновать || prazd-no-vat' || to celebrate
+| Дед Мороз || Ded Moroz || Father Frost
 |-
-| подарок || pa-da-rok || gift
+| Снегурочка || Sneguróchka || Snow Maiden
 |}
-== Victory Day (День Победы) ==
+=== Victory Day ===
-Victory Day is celebrated on May 9th and marks the anniversary of the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945, which ended World War II in Europe. Victory Day is a major holiday in Russia, where it is celebrated with military parades, fireworks, and ceremonies honoring the nation's veterans.
-On Victory Day, it is common for people to lay flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow and other cities. In addition to the military parades, many Russians hold family gatherings, where they honor their relatives who fought in the war.
+Victory Day, also known as День Победы (Den' Pobedy) in Russian, is celebrated on May 9th to commemorate the victory of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany in World War II. This holiday holds great significance for the Russian people, as it honors the millions of lives lost during the war. The celebrations include military parades, fireworks, concerts, and the laying of wreaths at war memorials. It is a day of remembrance and gratitude, and people often wear St. George ribbons, a symbol of victory and bravery.
 Here are some key vocabulary words related to Victory Day:
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 ! Russian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| День Победы || dyen' pah-bee-dy || Victory Day
+| День Победы || Den' Pobedy || Victory Day
 |-
-| война || voyna || war
+| Парад Победы || Parád Pobedy || Victory Parade
 |-
-| солдат || sol-dat || soldier
+| Военный парад || Voyénniy parád || Military parade
 |-
-| парад || pa-rad || parade
+| Вечный огонь || Véchnyy ogón' || Eternal flame
 |}
-== International Women's Day (Международный женский день) ==
+=== International Women's Day ===
-International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8th and is a public holiday in Russia. It is a day to celebrate women and their achievements, and to promote gender equality.
+International Women's Day, known as Международный женский день (Mezhdunarodnyy zhenskiy den') in Russian, is celebrated on March 8th. It is a day to honor and appreciate women's achievements and contributions to society. On this day, men give flowers and gifts to the women in their lives, including mothers, wives, daughters, and colleagues. It is also common for women to receive special discounts and offers at stores and restaurants. International Women's Day is an important holiday in Russia, emphasizing gender equality and the empowerment of women.
-On this day, it is common for men to give flowers and small gifts to the women in their lives, such as their wives, mothers, and daughters. Women also often receive greetings and congratulations from their colleagues and friends.
 Here are some key vocabulary words related to International Women's Day:
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 |-
-| Международный женский день || mezhdunarodny zhensky dyen' || International Women's Day
+| Международный женский день || Mezhdunarodnyy zhenskiy den' || International Women's Day
 |-
-| женщина || zhensh-china || woman
+| Цветы || Tsvéty || Flowers
 |-
-| равенство || ra-venst-va || equality
+| Поздравления || Pozdravléniya || Congratulations
 |-
-| подарок || pa-da-rok || gift
+| Права женщин || Prava zhénshchin || Women's rights
 |}
-I encourage my students to learn about the cultural significance of national holidays in the countries whose languages they are studying. Understanding a country's culture and traditions can help to deepen your appreciation for its language and people.
+=== Conclusion ===
+In this lesson, you learned about the most important national holidays in Russia. New Year's Day, Victory Day, and International Women's Day are just a few examples of the rich cultural heritage of the Russian people. By understanding and celebrating these holidays, you can gain a deeper appreciation for Russian culture and connect with native speakers on a more personal level. Keep exploring the diverse traditions and holidays of Russia, and continue your journey to becoming fluent in the Russian language!
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 ===National Russian Holidays - YouTube===
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+==Sources==
+* [https://rusmania.com/holidays-in-russia Russian Culture Holidays in Russia]
+* [https://www.thoughtco.com/russian-culture-holidays-traditions-4178980 Understanding Russian Culture: Holidays and Traditions]
+* [https://www.trincoll.edu/language-culture-studies/russian/russian-events-holidays/ Russian Events and Holidays - Language and Culture Studies]
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-* [https://rusmania.com/holidays-in-russia Russian Culture Holidays in Russia]
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