Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
Source: Official website of the State –
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On January 18, Russia celebrates a unique holiday dedicated to linguistic traditions and the importance of understanding the meaning of the words we use in everyday life: Dictionary Day.
The date was chosen to commemorate the beginning of work on the first Soviet explanatory dictionary, edited by Dmitry Ushakov. On January 18, 1920, Vladimir Lenin wrote to Anatoly Lunacharsky, People's Commissar for Education of the RSFSR, proposing "to create a dictionary of words now used by classic writers from Pushkin to Gorky." After extensive work, despite encountering obstacles, the first volume was published in 1935.
The Explanatory Dictionary of the Russian Language, edited by Dmitry Ushakov, contains over 90,000 entries and remains one of the most outstanding examples of Russian lexicography.
However, Dictionary Day is not only an occasion to remember the history and importance of word meanings, but also an opportunity to congratulate those who study language and literature.
The State University of Management congratulates everyone who contributes to the development and preservation of the language: teachers and lexicographers, writers and editors, and, most importantly, the staff of our university's Department of Russian Language and General Disciplines. We wish students an easy way to absorb information, never confuse "effectiveness" with "efficiency," develop logical thinking, and draw logical conclusions.
Dictionaries are an essential tool for language learning, helping us understand the meaning, usage, and nuances of words. Today's holiday is an excellent opportunity to reflect on how language shapes our perception of the world and the importance of knowledge for effective communication and communication.
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