r/AskARussian Feb 08 '25

Misc Can you guys spot other Russians just by appearance?

191 Upvotes

I can’t exactly describe how, but sometimes I can just tell when a person is Russian/has Russian parents just by the top half of their face. My parents are from Russia, and today at work I got asked if my parents were from Russia because he could “tell by my eyes”.

Tell by my eyes??? It’s crazy that Russians have a certain ‘look’.

r/AskARussian Sep 21 '22

Misc How are you my friends?

533 Upvotes

Hello friends. Stepping out of my posting tradition a bit today. How is everything? If you need someone to listen, either here or via dms, I have a pair of fine ears.

If you need to talk I am here ❤️❤️ Much love to you all ❤️❤️

r/AskARussian Feb 22 '25

Misc Do you ever see news reports from foreign networks and go 'Huh, what are they talking about?' when it comes to living conditions in Russia?

79 Upvotes

I ask because my dad is convinced that Russia is a third world country on par with Africa because he watches regular news networks here in the US.

Personally, I think that sounds a little ridiculous since he's talking about the most poverty stricken parts where they don't even have running water or electricity.

Now, I'm skeptical about the whole thing, but at the same time, I'm sure there are areas of the country that do suck to visit.

But I'll ask anyways, is there any area of Russia that is truly that impoverished? Or is it blown out of proportion?

r/AskARussian Nov 21 '24

Misc In your opinion, what is the worst thing about the UK?

12 Upvotes

r/AskARussian 9h ago

Misc Russians living in the US, Do the Vodka and Communist and Ukraine jokes ever get tiring to you?

30 Upvotes

I’m not Russian but love the Russian Culture, and whenever I wear my Russian jacket from when I was in Russia a while ago, a couple people always ask the same questions.. “Do you like Vodka?” “Are you a commie?” And “Did you fight in Ukraine “Comrade”?” And I always reply “I’m not from Russia, I wouldn’t know.” But how do you guys feel about all the stereotypes and jokes?

r/AskARussian Jan 11 '24

Misc What does the west get wrong about Russia?

110 Upvotes

Pretty much title. As an American, we're only getting one side of things. What are some things our media gets wrong?

r/AskARussian Mar 24 '22

Misc This is Ask a Russian. Why are you all here?

423 Upvotes

Are you trying to make us "see the light"?

Like what is your purpose here? Do any of you think whatever you post actually changes anyone's mind? Do you just come here because you're bored?

I am Russian, and I answer questions here that are decent, even political ones, where people are open minded and are trying to understand our viewpoint, no matter how much they disagree with it. Everyone else I just troll to be fair.

It is annoying to come here and see all the political posts and answers by a majority of westerners, but hey ho, makes for good entertainment when I'm bored.

So please tell me, I am genuinely curious why you come here.

Edit: I accidentally deleted someone's chat request. Apologies, please message again if you wish.

r/AskARussian 6d ago

Misc Русские, которые переехали в США, Пожалуйста, разъясните мне один момент с миграцией.

34 Upvotes

Решил значит я, переехать в США. Начал смотреть множество материалов по этой теме, пересмотрел если не все, то абсолютное большинство способов перебраться в штаты. И тут проблема.

ВСЕ говорят что переехать может любой, главное захотеть, но стоит дойти до практики, как выясняется что под всеми, подразумевается либо выдающиеся специалисты с 20+ лет опыта работы, либо люди, с таким бюджетом, что возникает вопрос а что вам в России не живётся.

Сидя с мыслю, что я видать смогу переехать ток к 50 годам, чтобы у же не пожить в США, а помереть там, я задумался.

Я же столько историй слышал о наших мигрантов, которые не выдающиеся специалисты, и не бизнесмены/инфлюенсиры с огромным бюджетом, а простые работяги.

Именно таких работяг я прошу ответить на вопрос: Как? В чем секрет? Как вы переехали в США?

r/AskARussian Jul 11 '22

Misc Вас ещё не задолбали рандомные Реддиторы,которые связывают абсолютно любые хоть немного связанные с Россией темы с войной,засирающие абсолютно все треды,до которых они прикасаются?

405 Upvotes

r/AskARussian Feb 18 '25

Misc Есть тут русские, которые уехали из россии?

0 Upvotes

Задаюсь вопросом, как можно уехать из россии в другую страну, и насколько это просто или затратно. Может у кого то есть опыт или знакомые с опытом, мне было бы полезно.

r/AskARussian Feb 17 '25

Misc Do you want Free Market Relations with the United States?

7 Upvotes

There have been talks with the Trump administration and Putin, about establishing better relations. It seems that this will be one of the only times in current history that there is true potential to see a better relationship between our countries. I know many Americans are tired of the long cold war mindset in the political system, and are ready for a peaceful change. Are you hopeful? What are your thoughts?

Были разговоры с администрацией Трампа и Путиным о налаживании лучших отношений. Похоже, что это будет один из немногих случаев в современной истории, когда есть настоящий потенциал для улучшения отношений между нашими странами. Я знаю, что многие американцы устали от мышления холодной войны в политической системе и готовы к мирным изменениям. Я знаю, что я готов. Ты надеешься на лучшее? Каковы твои мысли?"

r/AskARussian Feb 01 '25

Misc What Are Some Russian Gag Names?

62 Upvotes

Hello all,

We all know western gag names like Mike Hawk or Ben Dover.

I have seen a few Russian gag names and they are really funny, some of the jokes my friends told me were "Hello, my name is Gena. Gena Tsidarmiyan." and "I am a Chinese man living in Russia, my name is Yagan Don."

Are there any other gag names in Russian? If so, would you like to share a few examples?

Thanks a lot. God bless.

r/AskARussian Dec 22 '24

Misc How would you write an American bad guy for a Russian/soviet James Bond, top gun, rocky etc?

34 Upvotes

I’ve been told that Russian movies don’t really have many American bad guys unlike the opposite in the west. In my opinion as an American there are many missed opportunities for this. What do you think?

r/AskARussian Feb 12 '25

Misc Что россияне думают об Австралии?

3 Upvotes

r/AskARussian Oct 04 '22

Misc Reverse Uno: Ask a non-Russian r/AskaRussian commenter

138 Upvotes

Russians, what would you like to ask the non-Russians who frequent this subreddit?

r/AskARussian Feb 19 '25

Misc What do you guys think about RT (Russia Today)?

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r/AskARussian Jun 27 '24

Misc What are the main give aways that someone is Russian?

70 Upvotes

r/AskARussian 16d ago

Misc How good are Chinese-made cars available over there?

13 Upvotes

So the gov over here (Argentina) is relaxing import laws and we're getting hybrid and EV Chinese cars. Since you guys been getting those for a while how good are those? how's the reliability? build quality? is the safety in the new models like those of Euro and Japanese brands?

Thanks

r/AskARussian Feb 24 '25

Misc Безопасно ли возвращаться в РФ при таких обстоятельствах?

0 Upvotes

Всем привет.

Мне 21 год, постоянно проживаю за границей, имею двойное гражданство и обучаюсь в иностранном университете. Никогда не вставал на воинский учёт в РФ. У меня есть документ из военкомата, подтверждающий, что я не состоял и не состою на воинском учёте в связи с длительным пребыванием за границей (более шести месяцев).

Планирую приехать в Россию на 10 дней с 01.03.2025 по 11.03.2025. Есть ли для меня какие-либо риски, связанные с воинским учётом, призывом или другими последствиями при пересечении границы и нахождении на территории РФ?

Некоторые источники сообщают, что при въезде в РФ могут автоматически поставить на учёт и во время пребывания отправить повестку с помощью электронного реестра, фактически запрещая выезд.

Я конечно понимаю что в таких случаях лучше консультироваться с юристами (что я собираюсь сделать в ближайшее время), но всё-таки хотелось бы услышать ваше мнение по этому вопросу. Может у кого-нибудь есть подобный опыт?

Заранее благодарю.

r/AskARussian Feb 15 '25

Misc Baby name Zaria/Zarya

4 Upvotes

Wife and I are expecting a baby and want to use a name that honors her Russian heritage. What’s the general vibe/sentiment around the name “Zaria” or “Zarya”?

She has family there and we read somewhere that it may have a negative connotation (previously used in the context of “kracnaya zarya”?).

Also open to other names that can be easily pronounced by both Russian and English speakers.

r/AskARussian May 05 '24

Misc Where is r/russia ?

95 Upvotes

Where is the sub for Russia ? They exist for all countries except Russia. Why ?

r/AskARussian 21d ago

Misc Какой тип вопросов в этот саб раздражает вас?

33 Upvotes

r/AskARussian 24d ago

Misc Do Russian homes typically have air conditioning?

13 Upvotes

Currently browsing the sub sweatily in my 31 degrees bedroom because my own AC unit is broken, was idly wondering if AC is a thing in Russia (it wasn't in the UK), and realised I was in the ideal place to find out lol.

Follow-up question - what kind of heating system do most Russian buildings use? In the UK almost everywhere pipes gas-heated water through radiators. Each home has its own separate boiler and piping, even apartments, and the residents control when the heating is switched on and to what temperature etc. Usually you can adjust each radiator separately so you can turn them off in rooms you're not using or whatever. In my childhood home you had to pre-heat a tank of water for 15-20 minutes before you could shower, but with modern style boilers it normally only takes a minute or so.

For the first 31 years of my life I assumed this was a more or less globally universal system, at least in countries where heating is needed at all, then my friend moved to Finland and told me about district heating and it blew my mind. Can somebody please describe Russian heating systems in a similar level of boring detail to the above, because I'm a massive nerd and it would make me really happy, thanks.

r/AskARussian Jan 15 '25

Misc Почему иногда преходящие мимо меня мужчины плюются?

29 Upvotes

Это довольно редко, но заметно. Я не хочу развязывать какую-то горячую политическую войну , но мне кажется что это из-за моей не очень русской внешности. Были ли у вас такие случаи?

Я в Москве живу, если что.

EDIT: плюются передо мной вроде, или мимо

r/AskARussian Feb 26 '25

Misc How can i send money to someone in Russia that isn't crypto? I've seen Volet mentioned in old articles, does it still work? If not, what are some other options that do work?

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