Why do we write O but say A? In Russian, everything depends on stress. The stressed vowel is the strongest and the clearest. 💪💪💪 The farther another vowel is from the stressed one, the weaker and quieter it becomes.🐥 That’s why it’s simple: a weak O is pronounced quickly, and it turns into A. But a strong, stressed O stays clear. We pronounce it slowly and beautifully. And one more thing! 🤩 For all beginners learning Russian, I’m giving the fifth lesson for free until the end of November. Start learning Russian in a fun and easy way!