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In Russia, everyone writes in cursive (пропись, propis'). This is not optional — Russian children learn cursive from their very first day of school, and virtually all handwritten Russian text uses connected, flowing letters. If you cannot read Russian cursive, you will struggle to read handwritten notes, forms, and even some signs.
| Print (Печатные) | Cursive (Прописные) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Used in books, screens, signage | Used in ALL handwriting | Cursive is the default for writing by hand |
| Block letters | Connected, flowing letters | Russians rarely print by hand |
| Easier for beginners | Essential for real-world use | You must learn both |
Many Cyrillic letters look very different in their cursive forms compared to their printed forms. Here are the most surprising transformations:
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