5 Minute Ukrainian — Learn Ukrainian One Conversation at a Time!

5 Minute Ukrainian — Learn Ukrainian One Conversation at a Time!

Want to start speaking Ukrainian right away, or prepare yourself for meeting Ukrainians? Then check out this series of 60 conversational mini-lessons ― packed with realistic dialogues at a natural and slow speed, essential phrases for the most common situations, vocabulary boosters, grammar points… and more! All lessons are free, but you can get lesson notes and flashcards by becoming a premium member. Find out more at https://www.ukrainianlessons.com/fmu.

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September 21, 2020 7 mins

This is the first episode of 5 Minute Ukrainian - a new podcast from Ukrainian Lessons. 

In about 5 minutes, practice your Ukrainian for the situation when you need to explain that you don't speak Ukrainian very well, but you are trying your best!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand e...
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Ви готові? Are you ready for another short and sweet conversational Ukrainian lesson? In the 5 Minute Ukrainian - Episode 2, learn those useful questions and phrases you will definitely need to use during your Ukrainian learning.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translati...
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Таксі? In Ukraine, taxi and Uber drivers usually call you when they are ready to pick up 😱 Listen to a short typical conversation with the taxi driver before, during and after the trip.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating th...
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New type of podcast episodes is here! Check out how many транспортні засоби - means of transport in Ukrainian you can learn in about 5 minutes.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Ukrainian text transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Ukrainian text translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Word list with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bon...
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Natalka and Andrii are thinking to go to Lviv. How will they travel? Літаком чи поїздом? Listen to their conversation and then review Ukrainian instrumental case used with transportation.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and tra...
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Would you like to відкрити банківський рахунок в Україні – open a bank account in Ukraine? Listen to a conversation at the bank in the new episode of 5 Minute Ukrainian!


Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from Engl...
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Why do we say один долар, but одне євро? Три гривні, but п’ять гривень? Learn or review the agreement of numerals and nouns in Ukrainian in about 5 minutes!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Grammar tables - to review visually;
  • More examples - for extra practice;
  • 3 bonus exercises - to practice (and progress!)

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Обмін валют - currency exchange might be your first interaction with Ukrainians when you arrive to Ukraine. Listen to such conversation and learn the most useful expressions in about 5 minutes!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading a...
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Нова пошта is the most popular delivery service in Ukraine. Learn how to send or pickup a parcel there like a local!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus phrases - to learn more useful phrases...
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Struggling with putting Ukrainian words into sentences? Learn or review these 7 common Ukrainian linking words in context of a random conversation between two friends.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from E...
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Learn useful phrases and practice one of the most common conversations - ordering a coffee or other beverage in Ukrainian!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus phrases - to learn more useful p...
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In this Vocabulary Booster, you will learn or review many useful words for drinks in Ukrainian. First, listen to Anna talking about beverages she likes, then repeat and test yourself!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Text transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Text translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Word list with translation - to practice reading and translating t...
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What was the first Ukrainian dish you tried / want to try? In this episode, Anna will share with you her list of TOP 10 Ukrainian dishes you must try!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus phra...
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In this lesson, learn the most common questions & answers when you need to book a table in Ukrainian. Make sure to actively answer and repeat out loud!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus...
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This episode is fully focused on one very important grammar point - accusative case, aka direct object in Ukrainian. Learn or review this point in the simple context of ordering a pizza!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Grammar tables - to review visually;
  • More examples - for extra practice;
  • 3 bonus exercises - to practice (and progress!)

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Learn useful Ukrainian phrases for ordering at the restaurant! You will also review using accusative case for food orders in Ukrainian.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus phrases - to learn ...
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Another restaurant conversation in Ukrainian! This time it's a final chat with a waiter - time to ask for рахунок and pay.

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus phrases - to learn more use...
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In this Vocabulary Booster, you will learn words like shopping cart and basket, receipt, price - all the essentials for shopping in Ukrainian!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Text transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Text translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Word list with translation - to practice reading and translating them from English;
  • Bonus words - to learn m...
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In this episode, listen to the common conversation at the supermarket checkout in Ukrainian. Find out the typical questions a Ukrainian cashier can ask you and practice your answers!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translat...
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This episode concludes the first chapter of 5 Minute Ukrainian - First Month in Ukraine. Listen to a short simple conversation to learn 7 easy essential Ukrainian phrases!

Конспект уроку – lesson notes for this episode include:

  • Dialogue transcript - to practice reading (with word stresses);
  • Dialogue translation - to make sure you understand every line;
  • Phrases with translation - to practice reading and translating them fr...
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