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Learn to speak Russian with a personal AI tutor

Learn Russian out loud, 10 to 15 minutes a day, with a tutor who explains things in English and corrects you as you speak.

4.81.2M+ ratings
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Я живу в Москва

Ты имеешь в виду «Я живу в Москве»?

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Learn Russian with private-tutor quality and app convenience

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Start from zero, with explanations in English

Your tutor starts in English and adds more Russian as you improve. Ask when to say ты and when вы, then keep talking.
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Get a study plan built around your Russian goal

Tell Praktika you want to talk with your partner's parents, who only speak Russian, and your plan adapts to your level and pace.
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Keep talking when you get stuck

When you blank on a toast at that first family dinner, phrases like За знакомство! appear in the moment, so the conversation keeps moving.
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Fix your mistakes without breaking the flow

Say моя папа and your tutor offers мой папа with a one-line note on noun gender, then the conversation carries on.
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Talk about anything, in your own words

Chat about last night's hockey game or the Bulgakov novel you're reading, or pick a role-play like buying train tickets.
14 languages, one app

Russian is one of 14 languages you can speak with Praktika

Most AI language apps only teach English or Spanish. Praktika covers Russian and 13 other languages in one app.

Chinese
Spanish
English
German
Italian
Chinese
Spanish
English
German
Italian
Chinese
Spanish
English
German
Italian
Japanese
French
Korean
Polish
Japanese
French
Korean
Polish
Japanese
French
Korean
Polish
Russian
Brazilian Portuguese
Arabic
Dutch
European Portuguese
Russian
Brazilian Portuguese
Arabic
Dutch
European Portuguese
Russian
Brazilian Portuguese
Arabic
Dutch
European Portuguese

Meet the AI tutors who help you learn Russian

Every tutor has their own personality and accent, and remembers your goals between sessions.
Tama
Привет! Я Tama. Попрактикуемся сегодня в русском?Study with Tama
Raven
Привет! Я Raven. Чем увлекаешься? Давай об этом поговорим.Study with Raven
Skye
Привет! Я Skye. Начнём с простого: как тебя зовут?Study with Skye
Noah
Привет! Я Noah. Поговорим о технологиях по-русски?Study with Noah
AI Powered

Real-time feedback every time you speak Russian

Practice Russian freely.
No judgment, ever

Improve your Russian pronunciation

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Speaking first, with grammar and vocabulary built in

Exercises on cases, verb aspect, listening and reading sit alongside your Russian conversations, the way a human tutor would plan them.
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Choose the tone and intensity that keep you moving

Soft
Balanced
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Learn from your mistakes

Завтра я иду в Петербург на поезде
It is better to sayЗавтра я еду в Петербург на поезде
Explanation«Идти» means going on foot and «ехать» means going by vehicle, so a train trip needs «еду».
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Duolingo Who? Great News for Polyglots
Apr 18・sativashawdy
I don’t normally write reviews for apps, especially when they’re good, (because developers get cocky and then implement more paywalls, I hope that’s not the case here.) But this app? The free version works just wonders if you’re okay with an AI that gets its languages and accents confused (it’s a fun exercise for my brain to improve my Spanish from a thick french-accented AI, haha). This app is amazing for those who understand that practice and application of the targeted language is a more effective way to learn a language as opposed to memorizing syntax, grammar rules, and irrelevant vocabulary. This app allows me to personalize my experience while navigating a language. As a native English speaker, a Latina, this app will single handedly de-«no sabo» kid me. As someone who could previously not speak French, only read it, now I am speaking. I can’t wait until Portuguese is added. I absolutely can not wait. I anticipate accelerating to a level C1 of Spanish, Portuguese, and French through this app. This app is great news for polyglots and those aspiring to be polyglots.
Love it!
Nov 13・DB77!!
Praktika is an impressive and engaging language-learning app that makes practice feel natural and fun. The AI conversation partners are surprisingly lifelike, offering real-time feedback that helps improve pronunciation and confidence. The app’s interactive scenarios and personalized lessons keep learning fresh and relevant. It’s perfect for anyone wanting to build fluency through authentic, everyday conversations. Highly recommended for consistent progress and motivation!
This app is incredible!
Nov 18・Jeanne Marie Hoffman
I lose my Spanish by not having people to talk to, and when I’m traveling, it slowly comes back. Even just using the free talk option is bringing words and grammar to front of mind. The ai companion corrects your grammar but in a way that doesn’t break from the conversation. For example, it’ll repeat you but say the better way of discussing things while also teaching you additional words. «My dog likes to swim in the beach.» «I see your pet enjoys swimming in the sea.»
Conversations/dialogues for Senior Citizens
Aug 29・NedraJ
I really like this App. But it doesn’t have roles for seniors. I still deciding whether to purchase the subscription or not. I wish they would include maybe Biblical discussions with the AI Tutor. Nothing deep — such as a little reading from the Book of Psalms to discuss, or stories in The Bible, for those of us who are retired. Of course, I have downloaded Spanish Bibles, but to be able to discuss it a little with an AI Tutor. Also, most seniors get their SS Retirement in the middle of the month. We are on a fixed income and generally cannot make purchases until then. I really like it and may get it in the middle of next month.
This app is amazing
Nov 21・yshshsiakdjsjs
This takes learning a new language to a whole new level all those other apps either make it boring or don’t teach well this increases engagement and makes me feel like I’m actually talking to a live tutor and I like being able to ask questions and do exercises and the accent is helpful and when it corrects you and hears all the accent mistakes I love.
Repetition, is the path to mastery.
Nov 19・Ben
What is this application about? Simply having lessons of the language you need to learn, with an AI teacher. You can write or talk, writing is kind of easy, and talking is a bit more challenging... you can learn from different level of mastery. In my case, I can learn more vocabulary in English where I have a great experience practicing, it can adapt to my schoolish spanish or my absence of knowledge in German. It have a paywall. But it’s worth it.
I enjoy this app
Oct 9・Kayla Pierre
I’m giving this a good review because usually I have a hard time sticking to apps but since it uses AI it’s able to correct you and actually show you how to pronounce thanks it’s like a little virtual lesson. It allows you to also like ask questions and I think that’s very cool... I’ve used many language apps, but this is definitely one of my favorite. I definitely think you should invest a little bit of money into it.
Exactly what I was looking for!
Oct 28・DavidZzzzz7654
I never write reviews for apps, but I am so impressed with the features and the quality of the AI in the lessons of this app. I knew that there had to be some AI app that would check all the boxes these days and this one certainly does. Huge credit to the app creators and developers because they’ve really done a fantastic job with this!
It’s so much interesting and useful.
Nov 25・Mousumi Pal
It’s so much interesting and useful. Teachers are kind, awesome, joyful helping and kind nature person. It’s almost free app. Praktika will teach you how to say, what mistakes you are doing they will correct you, you can see your progress just in 1 week, it’s very good app. Here you have so many teachers with so much good qualities, their behaviour is polite. They will listen you carefully, teach you respectfully. Best Spoken English Practice App Ever. I LOVE IT! ❤️

Russian tutor results without the private-tutor price

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~$8/ month
Learn anytimePractice Russian at 2 a.m. or on your commute
Instant precise feedbackCorrections on every message you send
High quality tutorsPick an AI tutor that fits your goals and level
Stress-free spaceMake mistakes without judgment
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Private Russian tutor
$50–120/ hour
Limited flexibilityLessons booked around a tutor's calendar
Inconsistent feedbackFeedback depends on the tutor and the day
Difficult tutor matchingFinding the right tutor can be long and stressful
Pressure to performMaking mistakes in front of someone can be stressful

Questions about learning Russian with Praktika

Quick answers before you download

How do I start learning Russian on Praktika?

  1. Download Praktika from the App Store or Google Play.
  2. Take the two-minute setup quiz: your native language, goal and current level.
  3. Pick a tutor and start your first conversation in Russian.

You can change your goal, level or tutor later in Settings.

Is Praktika a good app to learn Russian from zero?

Yes. Praktika is an app to learn Russian language skills through conversation, and complete beginners get explanations in English from the first lesson.

As your level grows, your tutor uses more Russian. The setup quiz places you between A1 and C2, so your plan starts where you are.

Is Russian hard to learn?

Russian is one of the harder languages for English speakers. The Cyrillic alphabet is the first step, and the grammar takes longer. The US Foreign Service Institute puts Russian among its hard languages, at about 44 weeks of full-time study.

The tricky parts are the six cases, which change word endings, and verb aspect, like делать versus сделать. With Praktika you practice them out loud and get corrected in the moment, which is how they start to stick.

How long does it take to learn Russian with Praktika?

It depends on how often you practice. On average, 73% of active learners gain a full CEFR level in about 20 hours of practice, and your own pace may differ.

Frequent short sessions work better than occasional long ones. If you want to learn Russian online in the gaps of your day, aim for 10 to 15 minutes most days on your commute or lunch break.

Learning Russian: app or private tutor?

Private tutors are a common route for Russian language learning online, at $50 to $120 an hour plus scheduling. Praktika Premium costs around $8 a month, with prices set per market.

Some learners use both. Praktika covers the daily speaking practice between lessons, and you can make mistakes without anyone watching.

Can I practice Russian with ChatGPT instead?

ChatGPT can hold a conversation in Russian, but it doesn't follow a study plan for your level or score your pronunciation as you speak.

Praktika gives you a tutor who remembers past sessions, follows your study plan and explains each case ending in English.

How is Praktika different from other learn Russian apps?

Many apps teach recognition through matching pairs and tapping answers. Praktika is built for speaking, so every lesson is a conversation you have out loud.

That matters if you've studied Russian for a while and still freeze when your partner's parents ask you something. Short daily sessions also make it easier to stay consistent.

Can my company pay for my Russian practice?

Yes. Praktika for Business gives teams the same app with all 14 languages in one license, plus a dashboard that tracks progress by CEFR level.

Teams can start with a one-month trial for up to three people, with no credit card needed. Share Praktika for Business with your HR or L&D team.

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