How to say "Why are you learning Russian?" in Russian
Почему ты учишь русский?
Po-che-MU ty U-chish RUS-skiy?
What does it mean?
A question locals will frequently ask foreigners who speak Russian.
When to use
Use this if you are asking a fellow student or someone you meet at a language exchange.
When NOT to use
No strict restrictions, though the formal version "Почему вы учите русский?" is better for older people.
Example dialogue
— Почему ты учишь русский?
— Why are you learning Russian?
— Потому что я люблю русскую литературу.
— Because I love Russian literature.
Cultural note
Native speakers are usually very flattered and curious when foreigners learn Russian, given its reputation as a difficult language.
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