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About Russian Loanwords in English
Russian Loanwords in English is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. From cosmonaut to mammoth, discover the fascinating Russian words that have entered the English language! A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. The word 'cosmonaut' comes from Russian. What does the 'kosmo' part mean?
Answer: Universe or cosmos
2. Which English word for a vast treeless plain comes from the Russian 'step'?
Answer: Steppe
3. The word 'tsar' (or czar) comes from Russian. It ultimately derives from which Latin name?
Answer: Caesar
4. Which English word for a type of frozen Arctic landscape comes from the Russian adaptation of a Sami word?
Answer: Tundra
5. The word 'mammoth' entered English from Russian. The Russian 'mamont' likely came from which language?
Answer: Tatar or Siberian languages
Frequently asked questions
What's a good follow-up after Russian Loanwords in English?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
Can I print Russian Loanwords in English?
Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Russian Loanwords in English fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Russian Loanwords in English?
Russian Loanwords in English has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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