👉 Choose your language 🌍 Read this article in other languages: German version Ukrainian version Russian version At Start Language School by Tymur Levitin, we teach our students to think in full sentences, not fragments — and that means understanding not just what to say, but how to structure it. Many language learners struggle with word order, especially when switching […]

At Start Language School by Tymur Levitin, we don’t just teach words. We teach how to think in a new language — naturally, not mechanically. Why memorizing grammar rules isn’t enough Most students try to learn a language by memorizing rules and charts. But even after years of study, they can’t speak fluently or confidently. […]

At Levitin Language School and Start Language School by Tymur Levitin, grammar is never taught as a dry set of rules. Instead, we teach grammar as a framework that shapes meaning. In fact, when it comes to both language learning and translation, grammar is what makes understanding possible. 🔗 Choose your language Grammar as a Map […]

Language is not only about words — it’s about meaning. And meaning, in turn, is often shaped by emotion. When translating from English to Ukrainian or teaching these languages, we face a fascinating and delicate challenge: how to preserve the soul of a sentence, not just its grammar. The Lexicon of Feeling — Words That […]

Author’s column by Tymur LevitinFounder and Head Teacher at Levitin Language School🔗 Start Language School by Tymur Levitin What if the “language barrier” isn’t really about language? “I know the words. I know the grammar. But I still can’t speak.” Sound familiar? That’s what students all over the world say every day. And that’s what many […]

Author’s Column by Tymur Levitin → Choose your language:🔗 levitinlanguageschool.com/#languages The Goal Is Not Control — The Goal Is Connection I often tell my students one simple truth:We’re not in school. We’re not in a university lecture hall.I’m not here to grade you, correct you, or intimidate you.I’m here to help you. In my lessons, […]

🔗 Choose your language Introduction: The Melody of a Language That Speaks to the Heart Italian is more than just a language — it’s a rhythm, a gesture, a melody. From opera to cuisine, from ancient Rome to modern Milan, Italian culture has left an indelible mark on the world. But how do you truly learn […]

Choose your language Author: Tymur LevitinFounder and Head Teacher at Levitin Language School & Start Language School by Tymur Levitin© Tymur Levitin The real art of translation begins where dictionaries end. As a translator, language teacher, and university instructor with over 22 years of experience, I’ve seen one challenge rise above all others — translating not […]

Learning a new language is always a great decision. But when it comes to Spanish, the benefits multiply. Whether you’re learning for travel, work, or personal growth, Spanish opens the doors to more than 20 countries and over 500 million native speakers. But the big question is — how should you learn it? In this article, we’ll […]

© Tymur Levitin, Founder and Director of Start Language School by Tymur Levitin 📌 Choose your language Introduction Translating fiction is more than finding the right words — it’s about finding the right rhythm, tone, and emotional equivalent in another language. Drawing from more than two decades of experience teaching and translating between Ukrainian, Russian, English, […]