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Free Russian reading practice - Elementary (A2)

Practise reading in Russian at Elementary (A2), where you read short texts on familiar, everyday topics, using past and present tenses and high-frequency vocabulary. Each short passage comes with comprehension questions, and you can tap any word to see its translation and hear it read aloud. Free, with no ads and no account required.

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A sample Russian passage - Elementary (A2)

Каждое утро Анна встаёт в семь часов. Сначала она пьёт чашку чая и ест бутерброд с сыром. Потом она моется и надевает тёплую одежду. В восемь часов Анна едет на работу на велосипеде. Дорога идёт через большой парк и занимает пятнадцать минут. В офисе она читает письма и говорит с клиентами. В обед Анна ест суп вместе с подругой. После работы она покупает овощи для ужина. Дома Анна готовит еду и слушает музыку. Вечером она читает книгу на диване. Она очень любит свой тихий день.

How does Anna get to work?

  • AShe walks through the park
  • BShe rides a bicyclecorrect
  • CShe takes the bus
  • DShe drives a car

In the app, tap any word to see its translation and hear it read aloud.

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Russian Beginner (A1)very short, simple sentences in the present tense, built from the most common everyday words.
Russian Elementary (A2)short texts on familiar, everyday topics, using past and present tenses and high-frequency vocabulary.
Russian Intermediate (B1)longer passages with opinions and stories, where you follow both the main idea and the specific details.

How it helps you read better

  • Passages are pitched just above your current level, so almost every word is one you know - the way reading actually builds a language.
  • Questions test whether you understood the passage, not whether you can match words - each has a short explanation.
  • Tap any word for an instant translation and hear it spoken, learning vocabulary in context.
  • Difficulty adapts as you go, and your streak and saved words are kept on your device.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free?
Yes - Comprehendo is completely free, with no ads. You can practise without creating an account; optional Google sign-in only syncs your progress across your devices.
Do I need an account?
No. Your level, streaks and saved words are kept on your device when signed out. Signing in is optional and only used to sync progress across devices.
How does Russian reading practice work?
Comprehendo generates a short Russian passage at your level with a few comprehension questions. Tap any word to see its translation and hear it read aloud, so you pick up vocabulary in context as you read.
What levels does it cover?
From A1 (beginner) through to upper-intermediate, with difficulty that adapts as you improve.

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