Stop speaking with surzhik! Ukrainians have very wonderful language, and now we also have a wonderful opportunity to study it perfectly in easy way. For example, there are several applications for our smartphones that will help you to learn a...
In this collection you can also see modern Ukrainian slang , neologisms, jargon and other "fashionable" popular words with their explanation and decryption. If you are learning Ukrainian language, add these words to your daily dictionary and surprise your friends...
The name is an integral part of the personality. And when we speak about the Ukrainian culture, it should be added that the Ukrainian name of person also gives him or her a holy defender, a patron, to whom...
Soon, we expect for the brightest holiday in our calendar - Christmas. Unlike most other countries in the world, Ukrainians celebrate this holiday, following many eternal traditions and customs. In our time, young families take from their parents the...
The first who meet the Christmas are the Christians who live by Gregorian and New Caledian calendar. It is celebrated on December 25 in many countries of the world in honor of the birth of the Son of God, who...
On December 25th, Catholics of Latin tradition and other Christians who are guided by the Gregorian and New Caledian calendar, are celebrating Jesus' Birth - Christmas Day. According to Biblical legends, on this day the Virgin Mary gave birth to...
Formerly, Ukrainians believed that family affection, well-being and prosperity would always reign in a house where the stork is settled and bridled its nest. Also, it was believed that this bird could bring babies to the house. Ukrainians devoted...
From ancient times an embroidered towel was not only a household item and an ornament of dwelling, but also a sacred protector of Ukrainians. Ukrainians used it in many moments of their life - whether during the birth, whether during...
In everyday life of the Ukrainian girls' for many centuries is kept the tradition of braiding braids. Often with a braided braid people made a conclusions about the tidyness of a girl. "Ukrainian braid - girlish beauty", "Girl with...
From the ancient times our ancestors thought that our native home is a particularly magical place, which will always protect from supernatural beings and will give a shelter. However, the hut became a full-fledged home for Ukrainians only when...