Russian Word Lists

Topic-based Russian vocabulary collections. First see the meaning in English, then recall the Russian word.

10 minutes a day builds a visible vocabulary habit.

Based on regular practice and 8-10 new words a day.

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Why it works

Spaced review

Hard words return more often, familiar words less often.

10 minutes a day

Start with 5-10 cards without overload.

10,000+ words

Topics, levels, frequency lists, audio, and examples.

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Start with a short set - 7 words for today.

Quick start

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Russian vocabulary with English hints

Topic-based Russian word lists. Cards show the meaning in English first, then help you recall the Russian word.

  • Learn Russian words by practical topic
  • Use English hints to understand meaning faster
  • Combine audio, images, and cards for revision

How many words can you reinforce in a year?

Even 5-10 minutes a day can compound into a visible result.

New words a dayPer monthPer year
3 слова≈ 90≈ 1 100
5 слов≈ 150≈ 1 800
8 слов≈ 240≈ 2 900
10 слов≈ 300≈ 3 650

Numbers assume regular practice. To make words active, review them in cards and use them in examples.

Useful sections

Categories

Levels
Levels
6 subcategories8179 words
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A2 Words
2183 words
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B1 Words
1813 words
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A1 Words
1802 words
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B2 Words
1755 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Beginner
Beginner
6 subcategories1635 words
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Top 2500
1466 words
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Top 1000
522 words
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Top 500
217 words
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Top 300
142 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Lists
Lists
6 subcategories1571 words
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Top 5000
1571 words
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Top 2500
1466 words
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Top 1000
522 words
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Top 500
217 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Study and Work
Study and Work
9 subcategories797 words
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Professions
133 words
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Subjects
113 words
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Online Learning
104 words
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Skills and Career
88 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Food
Food
14 subcategories682 words
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Dishes
188 words
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Cooking Descriptions
68 words
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Meat
62 words
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Fish and Seafood
56 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Clothing and Fashion
Clothing and Fashion
8 subcategories639 words
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Clothing and Footwear
143 words
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Colors and Materials
83 words
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Fashion and Trends
78 words
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In a Clothing Store
74 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Travel and Leisure
Travel and Leisure
8 subcategories585 words
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Culture and Traditions of Countries
98 words
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Outdoor Recreation
92 words
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Sightseeing and Landmarks
80 words
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Hobbies and Interests
78 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Home and Household
Home and Household
7 subcategories477 words
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Rooms and Furniture
87 words
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Household Appliances
78 words
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Housing and Utilities
73 words
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Garden and Plants
65 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Living Beings
Living Beings
9 subcategories424 words
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Wild Animals
88 words
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Pets
79 words
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Insects
72 words
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Birds
62 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Weather and Seasons
Weather and Seasons
6 subcategories406 words
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Natural Phenomena
108 words
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Climate and Ecology
81 words
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Types of Weather
64 words
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Talking about Weather
61 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Plants
Plants
7 subcategories287 words
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Trees
64 words
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Flowers
57 words
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Houseplants
55 words
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Plant Care
42 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Family and Relationships
Family and Relationships
7 subcategories285 words
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Emotions and Feelings
61 words
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Family Holidays and Traditions
57 words
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Family Relationships
41 words
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Friends and Acquaintances
36 words
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2 more are available in the full catalog.

Personality Traits
Personality Traits
1 subcategory136 words
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Personality Traits
136 words
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Body
Body
5 subcategories121 words
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Head and Face
27 words
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Anatomy
26 words
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Internal Organs
26 words
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Limbs
26 words
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1 more are available in the full catalog.

Adverbs of Frequency
Adverbs of Frequency
1 subcategory115 words
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Adverbs of Frequency
115 words
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Adjectives
Adjectives
1 subcategory28 words
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Adjectives
28 words
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Mathematics
1 subcategory8 words
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Numbers
76 words
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Why learning words with us works

Spaced repetition without overload

Words return at the right time: not too early and not too late. This helps you spend less time and remember longer.

Real topic-based vocabulary

Categories are built around real situations: work, travel, daily life, communication. You can use words in speech right away.

Pronunciation and cards in one flow

First you see translation and transcription, then reinforce with cards. One flow instead of scattered apps.

How to learn in 10-15 minutes a day

  1. Pick a topic and go through words as a list.
  2. Mark difficult words and move them to cards.
  3. Review in learning mode with short 10-15 minute sessions.

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Russian Vocabulary Lists by Topic

Topic-based sets are collected here: learn vocabulary in small portions, review by spaced schedule, and move words into active vocabulary faster.

If you need vocabulary for a specific situation, open a topic and learn russian words by context: professions, travel, work, home, food, and other categories.

Each list has cards with images and audio so you can reinforce meaning, spelling, and pronunciation right away.

Start with any topic, then move to related lists. For practice and review, open learning mode.