Time words in simple sentences
Words like сегодня, завтра, and сейчас often appear early in the clause and quickly make simple Russian more useful.
Examples
RussianTranslation
Сегодня я работаю дома.
Today I am working at home.
Завтра мы идём в город.
Tomorrow we are going to the city.
Сейчас она читает.
She is reading now.
Pattern
time word + clause
How it works
Words like сегодня, завтра, and сейчас often appear early in the clause and quickly make simple Russian more useful. This pattern typically appears as time word + clause and becomes easier when you meet it again in short, readable examples.
What to notice
- Time words are flexible, but early placement is very common.
- They help anchor the clause without changing the verb form.
Why it matters
Handle common location and “having” meaning without forcing English structure onto Russian.
Use in context
This is a high-value page because time words are everywhere in daily planning and short stories.