“To eat a pood of salt with someone” | Съесть пуд соли вместе means to know a person very well. Since a pood is 16 kilograms, it would take a long time to consume that much salt with someone. In the past, it would have taken even longer, as salt was expensive and used very carefully.
When you learn Russian, you discover not only words but also pieces of history and culture that connect Russia to the world. Idioms, traditions, and ways of thinking show how people built relationships and make meaning out of everyday life.
If you want to:
- Learn Russian for fun and everyday conversation 🌍
- Explore Russian history, literature, art, and music
- Take online Russian classes from anywhere in the world
- Join Russian courses at UVic – you’ll find both language and culture in my classes.
