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Which Russian word defines crass behavior the best? (VIDEO)
Tim Kirby
Oct 10 2025
Education
The untranslatable word 'KHAMSTVO' actually has Biblical origins! Our most Russian American, Tim Kirby, explains how best to reply to a 'khamstvo' attitude!
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