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Five people gather beside a river, with one gesturing as the others look toward him. Trees, a bridge, and a city skyline rise behind them.

Народы и языки России

Peoples and Languages of RussiaA2About 14 min read & study

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: , , , , . Many different ethnic groups live in Russia: Russians, Tatars, Bashkirs, Chechens, Chuvash people and many others. , , . Each ethnic group has its own traditions, holidays, language and favourite dishes.

. Many ethnic groups have their own homeland. , — , — , — . For example, Tatarstan is the homeland of the Tatars, Bashkortostan of the Bashkirs, and Chechnya of the Chechens. . But today, people from these ethnic groups also live in other cities and regions.

, — . In some families, people speak their native language at home and Russian with friends. , . In different places, you can hear different languages, try traditional dishes and learn about interesting customs.

. People from other countries also come to Russia. , , . Some study at universities, while others travel, visit museums and get to know local life.

, , , .Sometimes, all it takes to learn about another culture is to try a new dish, hear an unfamiliar song or learn just one word in another language.

Current translation: Many different ethnic groups live in Russia: Russians, Tatars, Bashkirs, Chechens, Chuvash people and many others.

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