In this Russian podcast episode, you'll learn how to give and receive compliments — the right formulas, the biggest mistakes, and the cultural nuances every Russian learner needs to know.

✅ What you'll learn:
• Compliment vs. flattery: комплимент vs. лесть
• 4 ready-to-use compliment formulas in Russian
• The biggest red flags: why "но" (but) ruins every compliment
• How to accept a compliment without devaluing yourself (обесценивать)
• Key vocab: уместность, искренность, объективация, личные границы

🎧 This podcast is designed for intermediate Russian learners (B1–B2). Irina speaks slowly and clearly — perfect for Russian listening practice.

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