Одесса
On this page, you will learn about Odessa, a vibrant port city on the Black Sea, known for its rich history, diverse culture, beautiful architecture, and distinctive humor. Often referred to as the “Pearl of the Black Sea,” Odessa is celebrated for its lively arts scene, bustling markets, and beautiful beaches.
Давайте поговорим: Где находится Одесса? Найдите Одессу на карте и расскажите, где она находится.
Find Odessa on the map and describe its location in as much detail as you can. You can also use the Google Map below to learn more about the city’s location.
- В какой части Украины находится Одесса?
- Недалеко от чего находится Одесса (от каких городов, какой страны?)
- Есть ли в Одессе озеро, море, или река?
Давайте послушаем! Посмотрите клипы из видео об Одессе и ответьте на вопросы.
Watch clips from the video about Odessa and answer the questions. If you would like to view the activity full screen, click the arrows in the bottom right corner of the player. If needed, you have the option to adjust the playback speed by clicking on the dial icon located in the bottom right corner of the video player. If the screen is small, you access the playback speed by clicking on the 3 dots.
Давайте почитаем! Одесский язык.
The Russian language spoken in Odessa possesses unique qualities and is often referred to as the “Odessa language.” Read a brief text about it, followed by a video where you can hear examples of this distinctive language.
В Одессе русский язык имеет уникальные особенности. Он известен своими юмористическими выражениями, иронией, особым акцентом, и большим количеством идиом. Этот диалект начал формироваться в начале 19-го века под сильным влиянием французского, греческого, итальянского и украинского языков. Также, в XIX веке, с ростом еврейского населения, усилилось влияние идиша, что сделало одесский язык ещё более уникальным.
Давайте послушаем! Как говорят в Одессе?
Watch clips from the video about Odessa’s Russian and answer the questions below. If you would like to view the activity full screen, click the arrows in the bottom right corner of the player. If needed, you have the option to adjust the playback speed by clicking on the dial icon located in the bottom right corner of the video player. If the screen is small, you access the playback speed by clicking on the 3 dots.
Follow-up activity:
The videos you watched on this page only scratched the surface of what Odessa has to offer. There is so much more to see and explore in this vibrant city. To discover the many amazing sites and places in Odessa, visit https://oktv.ua/dostoprimechatelnosti-odessy-odessa. After exploring, report back to your classmates about the place that you found most interesting.
Image source:
Карта Украины: Peter Fitzgerald, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
