Hello...

[37greenbeans.livejournal.com]

Hi... thought I'd introduce myself.
I Just joined...
I'm 20 - a student - from Dublin, Ireland. I've only really just started learning Russian. 2 - 3 months maybe. I do intend to stick with it. And at this point have a good amount of motivation.
I am interested in suggestions as to how I might get a good start. I know the alphabet and about 100 words. So I'm quite a beginner. But if anyone has some advise for me... about anything really... it would help and be appreciated.
Thank you,
Green

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[rainbowbubble19.livejournal.com]

I'm currently studying second year Russian. I find your comment to be extremely helpful- especially with the 'table' and keeping regular study time... Unfortunately, my schedule doesn't really allow me regular study time, but I've been trying what I can.

I really liked your idea of the table- I used to do that a few weeks ago, when I was slightly more organized, but since then, my Russian table has been a free-all pile of library books, plants, photos and my ashtray.

I agree with other comments, that that pronunciation is important, especially since I tend to mispronounce words (even in English)... Pronunciation is a large part of Russian conversation. It's easier to get it right the first time than to change something you're used to saying.

Hm... a verb notebook sounds like a good idea. I have one for the cases- declensions and such...

One thing I'd like to add is it's helpful to immerse yourself when you're studying Russian. I like to get myself in a "Russian mood" by listening to my fave Russian rock bands and smoking cigarettes (ok, not the most healthiest thing in the world, but it reminds me of nights when I studied in the corner cafe in Petersburg)... Find your own groove and it makes the process a lot easier and fun!