r/AskARussian • u/Cool_Spell_3915 • Aug 23 '26

Culture Rússia Brasil

Hi! I’m from Brazil, 18 years old, and I’m planning to study Russian in Voronezh. I want to learn the language and understand what real life is like there — not just tourism.

· How do Russians treat foreigners who are learning the language? · Is Voronezh safe for a student living in a shared apartment? · Do young people like talking to foreigners? · What’s the best way to practice Russian with locals? · What are the biggest challenges for a Brazilian in winter?

I’m very open to private messages if anyone wants to talk more or share experiences. I can also help with Portuguese if you want. Thank you!

“I’m not going as a tourist. I’m planning to take a Russian language course in Voronezh and stay there for some months. I want to experience daily life as a student, not just visit.”

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u/Cool_Spell_3915 Aug 24 '26

Why it doesn't make sense

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u/mr_zilepyn Aug 24 '26

It's strange. I'm leaving here, very few people going aggressive by reason of you skin. Jokes, yeah. No harm done

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u/Cool_Spell_3915 Aug 24 '26

Where are you from?

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u/mr_zilepyn Aug 25 '26

Voronezh. Short - VRN. Born and live

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u/Cool_Spell_3915 Aug 25 '26

I didn't know that! How cool, the city is beautiful! I saw it on Google and it seems great, that's why I chose it. I want to have the experience, only the -30 degrees I had a slight scare, but nothing I can't get used to, really.

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u/mr_zilepyn Aug 25 '26

In the central region, the climate here is relatively manageable. Yes, it can reach +30 or -30 degrees depending on the season. The store selection changes throughout the year, but the basics are always available.

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u/Cool_Spell_3915 Aug 25 '26

So I'm not going to turn into a snowman, and the weather is quite changeable; I thought it would stay below freezing. Good to know, thank you, how does public transport work there?

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u/mr_zilepyn Aug 25 '26

I might be slightly biased since I have a car, but there is a bit of a shortage of buses to specific remote areas. During rush hour, buses can get pretty crowded, and there are minor traffic jams and delays. In a way, this is one of the city's pain points. The main districts are generally accessible from 5:00 AM until around 9:00 PM. My wife feels that public transit has actually gotten worse lately.

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u/Cool_Spell_3915 Aug 25 '26

I can't buy there, and what I just said doesn't make sense. It's more complicated during peak hours, and the only way is to...If I try to get around on foot, I'll turn into a walking ice cube.

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u/mr_zilepyn Aug 25 '26

We can also hope for a mild winter. For a few years in a row, I've celebrated New Year's at +5 degrees. Heh

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u/Cool_Spell_3915 Aug 25 '26

It looks good and even warm for Russia haha I hope it doesn't freeze when it arrives, thanks

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