How often do things happen? Learn Ukrainian adverbs of frequency with our comprehensive tables with examples! The post Adverbs of Frequency in Ukrainian: Often, Rarely, Once a Week, etc. appeared first on Ukrainian Lessons ..read more

Discover the history and meaning behind prominent Ukrainian state and national symbols with useful vocabulary and audio! The post 15 Ukrainian National Symbols: Vocabulary & Culture Lesson with Audio appeared first on Ukrainian Lessons ..read more

What is the difference between Ukrainian prepositions У (В) and НА? We have prepared a comprehensive table with the prepositions У (В) and НА explained in details! The post Difference between Ukrainian Prepositions У (В) and На (with Cases and Examples) appeared first on Ukrainian Lessons ..read more

Verbs in Ukrainian are almost always in love ― many of them have a couple: роби́ти ― зроби́ти (to do, to make), писа́ти ― написа́ти (to write), замовля́ти ― замо́вити (to order).  This is called вид ― verb aspect. There are imperfective and perfective verb aspects in the Ukrainian language. It is a good idea to memorize every new Ukrainian verb you learn in both imperfective and perfective aspects. You can conveniently check these pairs in our unique book, 500+ Ukrainian Verbs. This article, along with the table below, explores the verb aspect in Ukrainian, focusing on the main differenc ..read more

When visiting Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, it’s hard not to fall in love with its cozy streets, bustling squares, street musicians, aromatic coffee, lively bars, charming parks, numerous museums, exhibitions, and many more tiny but integral details of this stunning city. To help you make the most of your visit, I have prepared some of my favorite things to do and see in Kyiv! This list includes various locations and activities that showcase different aspects of the city: historically rich sites, entertaining venues, natural spots, cultural attractions, and even shopping destinations. While th ..read more

Ukrainian personal pronouns are some of the most commonly used Ukrainian words. We use them all the time, but not just in their dictionary forms.  Just like nouns, Ukrainian personal pronouns change their form in different cases. For example: Я тут. ― I (nominative) am here. Мене́ тут нема́є. ― I am not here (“There is no me (genitive) here”). Дай мені́ ру́чку. ― Give me (dative) a pen. Ба́чиш мене́? ― Do you see me (accusative)? Ходи́ зі мно́ю! ― Come with me (instrumental)! На мені́ джи́нси. ― I have jeans on me (locative). As you can see from the examples above, the English language ..read more

Ukrainians are known for loving good food and being great cooks. We also love sharing our recipes, which means there are tons of awesome cooking videos on YouTube.  We’ve put together a list of our favorite Ukrainian cooking channels for you to check out, enjoy, and learn from! Лілія Цвіт Level: elementary to advanced Our first recommendation is Лілія Цвіт — a talented Ukrainian confectioner. Her channel is packed with short amateur videos with a wide range of recipes (both sweet and salty). It’s perfect for quick daily practice! New videos are posted every few days, so there’s always fre ..read more

Beautiful, mysterious, alluring, and tortured — Crimea is a land, truly unparalleled in every aspect. From its rich yet complex history to its multicultural landscape, the Crimean peninsula is endlessly fascinating.  In Season 6 of our Ukrainian Lessons Podcast (in slow Ukrainian), we’re excited to present a captivating mini-series titled “Про Крим” (“About Crimea“). This series offers both an engaging way to learn Ukrainian and a comprehensive exploration of Crimea.  Join us as we delve into: географія і корінні народи — geography and indigenous peoples; історія — history ..read more

Join Ukrainian Lessons Team as a Ukrainian Language Expert! Are you passionate about the Ukrainian language and its intricacies? We’re searching for someone with a deep understanding of Ukrainian grammar and the ability to unravel its complexities. If you’re adept in both Ukrainian and English, have a knack for philological research, and possibly have experience teaching Ukrainian as a foreign language, we’d love to hear from you. This remote, flexible opportunity is for a unique project spanning approximately two months, with a competitive salary and potential for future collaboration. Curio ..read more

Mixing up Ukrainian adjectives and adverbs is one of the most common mistakes of learners.  You don’t say: Фантастичний! You say: Фантастично! As a general rule, Ukrainian adjectives always refer to a noun or pronoun (фантастичний день, фантастична дівчина), while adverbs describe a state or manner and answer the question “how?”. Compare Ukrainian adjectives and adverbs on all aspects in our table below! We hope it will help you on your Ukrainian learning journey Check out the whole episode about forming and using Ukrainian adverbs ― Ukrainian Lessons Podcast Ep. 101! Learning Ukrainian ..read more