What Not To Do In Russia As a Foreigner in Public? | Easy Russian 109

Hi everyone! You're on the Easy Russian channel, and today we're going on a visit to our Russia. Let's ask the residents of Yekaterinburg what we can and cannot do in our country. Let's find out something interesting. Let's go! Imagine an foreigner arriving in Russia—what, in your opinion, should he avoid doing in our country? In public places. Oh, well, first of all, in general. Well, I think that if you're walking down the street, first of all, you shouldn't be filming someone right next to you on your phone. That would probably be considered gauche. They won't understand and will immediately respond with negativity. So, why are you filming me? A conflict will begin. That means you'd better not do it this way. Secondly, well, that's just my personal opinion, but when people express their romantic feelings, That is not always appropriate in public places. And it's better, of course, to do it alone, so that... This is personal, meaning no one else should see it. That means it's better not to put it on public display. Do you mean some vivid personal expressions of love? Yes. What is not acceptable to do in our public places? Is it not customary to do? Actually, in general, when it comes to clothing, it's not considered appropriate to be so colorful or bright. And I think it's exactly the same, for example, talking out loud directly. Or express one's emotions in a vivid way. It seems to me that this isn't exactly something commonly accepted either. It seems to me that when someone walks by and starts shouting loudly on the phone at someone else, Or if he's walking alongside someone, everyone starts looking at him like that. Who is this? What is this? Why is he so loud? Yes. I think the most important thing is to abide by our laws. And in many of our countries, the laws differ, Our religion also differs from those of other countries. And some forget that we are coming to Russia. And we must live according to the laws of this state. And accordingly, according to the laws of religion. The most important thing. Yes. Minus one. Yes. Alright. Well, I'd also add that, probably, it's important in any country respect a person's personal boundaries meaning not to specifically violate the boundaries between us as local residents and, in principle, between people. What is considered inappropriate to do in public places? Us? Well, smoking is prohibited here anyway, Consumption of alcoholic beverages. Yes, good. Of course, not everyone adheres to this. Not only visitors from the country, but also our local residents, yes. Indeed, it should be observed. Well, actually, yes, it is a violation. Speech. Did you happen to have any work or studies related to the law? I'm a little bit tied up. Oh, you understand everything. Well, I think it's important to do this not only in a foreign country but also right at home. The rules are basically the same. This means you must respect the people around you and the place where you are. Maybe something else? Maybe talking loudly? Well, about talking loudly, I suppose I'd say that's normal. Don't shout. I would say it depends on the place and the situation. That is, for example, if we take... Well, we've just left the temple, let's say there, in principle, that would be... Inappropriate, yes. Yes, that would be highly inappropriate. Imagine you're riding public transportation—a subway, bus, tram, trolleybus, or something similar. And here is a person talking very loudly on the phone. How is this for you? Oh, that's terrible. Terrible? Yes, I don't like that kind of thing. And you? No. Well, I'm not really trying. That is, if something urgent comes up, of course I'll say something and respond. But I personally find it unpleasant to ride the tram and talk on the phone. because I feel awkward that the people around me hear that with which I was not ready to share with strangers. Even if this is just some nonsense I'm talking about, it's still somehow strange. And even more so, it annoys me—I'm there, for example, wearing headphones, listening to music. And I can hear someone nearby speaking loudly through my headphones. And I don't hear my own music. It's terrible, in general. Well, I'm generally in public transportation, if I'm moving around somewhere alone, Then I listen to music in headphones more often. And I specifically consider phone conversations in public transportation to be rather inappropriate. because first of all, it is heard, and secondly, there is background noise, Even the interviewee probably might feel uncomfortable at certain moments. Talk to me. And you? Well, for me, this is just some personal conversation, really. And I wouldn't want to involve the public in this. Well, probably wouldn't want to know the details of other people's personal lives either. because sometimes you go home after work, after studying, And you don't want to listen to others' personal lives at all. Yes, I'd like a little bit of silence. Well, I'll take this neutrally. because, well, sometimes, maybe, a conversation gets emotional or something But I myself wouldn't do it that way. I think that, well, such cultural behaviors aren't very prevalent right now. If suddenly someone is talking very loudly on the phone Will this bother you during your trip or not? What do you think is unattractive about it? Well, it depends, really. If a person is discussing some of their work-related matters, Well, in general, not very interesting, Probably, I won't like this. And I will think, Lord, when will this finally end. And if some woman is riding, Well, and frankly gossips with her girlfriend, I'll also somewhat attach myself to this company. And I'll eavesdrop too, because all the girls in Russia, it seems to me, They love gossiping; it's in our blood. Girls probably love to gossip everywhere. In short, if you're going to gossip, gossip loudly. We will listen to everyone. In principle, they say we do, I think in a big city you just don't pay attention to it. Because there are many different people. It would probably be more noticeable in a small one. In general, we have many different people. In a small town, the mentality is completely different, I think. Imagine that you have already met this foreigner. and invited him to visit them. What would upset you, What would you consider unacceptable in a person's behavior? Here he has come to visit you. If he had crossed the threshold He stepped into the clean area of the apartment while still wearing his shoes. In Russia, it is not customary to come to someone's home without taking off one's shoes. We have slippers, some kind of house shoes. And if a person goes, say, behind the mat or a separate piece of laminate in a different color, That's not very good; it's not acceptable. Secondly, as far as I know, in other countries It is sometimes customary to give an even number of flowers. And in Russia, this is considered a mourning number. That is, we do not give an even number of colors, When we visit as guests. And probably offending the hosts of the house, It's not very good to conflict with them either. I think this applies not only to newcomers, These are the most normal etiquette rules. apply to absolutely anyone at all. When you come to visit, you need to take off your shoes. Wash your hands, remove your outer clothing and behave appropriately. Alright, so don't bite the guests. By the way, it's interesting, we were just talking about taking off our shoes, But no one has mentioned washing hands yet. This is especially important right now, particularly after the pandemic. Wash your hands more often. I think that if someone came to me, It doesn't matter, whether he's a newcomer or not, maybe my friend, I think we should behave more restrained. Well, I mean, don't act like you're at home. Don't rummage through the shelves, don't immediately lie down on the couch. Or perhaps even into the masters' bed. Since he is a guest, he should enter as a guest. That is, suppose we suggested that he wear slippers. For example, we have something like that, with the Russians, yes, We can offer shoes, and we can seat you at the table. And if he were walking around as if he were at home, in terms of He walked left and right where he shouldn't have. Yes, yes, yes, independently through Turk. That probably wouldn't have pleased him. And the rest, overall, I think, is for a foreign guest It would be beneficial. What would you dislike if a guest did it? At home. Are you at home? Well, I don't know. Probably, if he does it without asking somehow Take my things, use them There, I don't know. Spritz on some perfume. Comb your hair. Nightmare, yes. There, I don't know, everything's kind of, not worth asking about, Well, can this be done or not. It seems to me that we don't have just such a one an established tradition, perhaps. Honestly, when you read about Germany, There is a specific list there, isn't there? It's in order there. And with us, it seems to me, it's all very individual. It depends on the person. Every space inside the house rich in its own meaning Someone really did, yes Smoke here, on the balcony. Someone, yes, smoking, I don't know, in the restroom. In general, it really doesn't matter where you smoke. You may smoke right here. And just like that, I show up at some friends'. It's perfectly normal to open the refrigerator, Take what you need, put it down Beverages, so to speak, into this very refrigerator And go, it's all fine. And someone you open the refrigerator, to place the drinks that I brought myself And they tell you that you're rummaging through my refrigerator. For instance, this does not seem to me unpleasant, specifically to me What will fit into my refrigerator in total. Friends, yes, that's what is meant. But I know that among my friends there It's customary for them to ask in some way, at least This probably applies to everything. Well, what's at home. Indeed, it would probably be more comfortable, If a person asks something, I mean, what he needs is even that. Yes, that's possible. Yes, something banal, from nothing. Something must have come in handy for him. so to speak, in everyday terms. And somewhere you can get it, yet it doesn't come on its own. Here, probably. By the way, I like it when I have... Actually, I have a separate towel for guests. When the guests arrive. And I love it when I suddenly forget to say I immediately like it when someone asks. Well, sorry, but what kind of towel can you use to wipe it? I do the same thing when I'm visiting others. And I like it when people ask too. Because I'm that kind of person, I have a guest towel. By the way, do come visit us sometime. We have a paid subscription, through which you gain access to our community. There you can communicate with each other, practice Russian share one's difficulties and talk about your achievements. What exactly must a person do, so that you wouldn't want to talk to him anymore? Well, if we continue further. A person has come to visit you. He took off his shoes, came in, and you poured tea. And a conversation began. What could he possibly hurt you with? Which topics might be better to avoid? Well, if he yells at me, To be rude to me, to be impolite. Actually, I don't seem to have any forbidden topics. Suppose with the guests. But overall, if he starts rummaging through the cabinets, insulting someone's interior design, renovation, something like that to say I will be uncomfortable. And most likely, I won't invite this person again. That is, if in the negative key there will be a dom, something. Well, for example, So what sofa did you choose? But there are better sofas, you know. Well, why not? Well, it seems to me... Hello, I am a Krishnaite. No, actually, when a person is originally, from an unfriendly note onward I don't know what you've settled down here for, I had such an experience, when in general Well, as if in general, Here, personally for me, when a stranger comes to your street It always causes some kind of slight... Well, something's wrong with the nerves. He probably wants something from you. And here he is trying either to give something or... or, conversely, take something away. And therefore any person, who tries to talk to me I'll most likely do it like this, That's how I'll leave. And what about you, upon arriving in another country, wouldn't you do it? Well, presumably, from the obvious, This is about discussing politics in general. That probably depends on the country as well. in which you are located. That is, one must initially study it correctly the rules of this very country. But if such basic things as these, This is not about discussing politics, health, or religion. These are strictly taboo topics, I think it's the same in all countries. Well, and probably If I were to go somewhere in an Eastern country, I would most likely have noticed on one's appearance, on one's clothing, and, most likely, I would wear some kind of closed clothing, to avoid embarrassing the residents of the city, the country. It is also unacceptable in some countries. The girl is wearing shorts and a short skirt. And I understand that if they came to my country and would not have observed... If I had any strict rules and installations, they did not comply with them, I would feel a bit uncomfortable It's unpleasant to look at. That's why I try to focus on countries like these Something a bit longer, like a skirt or pants. I probably wouldn't have done it exactly that way, to be honest. to attract attention in a very conspicuous way specifically through your own conversations, perhaps with some shouts, loud laughter, something like that, that is truly It draws attention to itself. Therefore... Especially in places like that non-touristy, so to speak. When you arrive in another country, It is dangerous to violate certain laws. I don't know, there's graffiti to do there. Because you don't know, after all How is the police, for example? She will find you quickly or not quickly. How risky would you be, because they might deport you from this country. Do not break the law. Yes, and that is probably the most important thing. Before arriving in another country I would definitely read it. What kind of culture do they even have there? How it is customary to do, and how it is not customary to do. I'm here with my girlfriend We have already traveled to another country. And soon we'll be leaving. I am studying the city, the landscape, in general. Again, the habits of the people, so as not to hurt their feelings I don't know, if we are arriving in another country, Well, it's kind of appropriate to dress like that, isn't it? Since it's winter for us, I need to dress appropriately for winter right now. By the way, yes, good, so that it wouldn't happen again You know, you kind of arrived, It's cold here. If you arrive in another country, As far as I'm concerned, It's better not to say any rude, uncultured words. curses, don't curse and do not take any narcotic substances. Share with us in the comments your experience traveling to other countries. We will find it very interesting. Thank you for watching our video to the end. Like this post, Press the bell icon Subscribe to our channel. See you in the next videos. Bye-bye!