In Russian, we can make sentences negative by using the word "не" (which sounds like "ne"). This word comes before the verb. It helps us change positive sentences into negative ones.

For example, "She does not speak" in Russian is "Она не говорит" (which sounds like "Ona ne govorit").

Key Parts:

1. Understanding the Sentence Structure:

   • Negative sentences usually follow this pattern:
     • Subject + не + verb.
   • For example: "Я не читаю" (which sounds like "Ya ne chitayu"), meaning "I do not read."

2. Finding the Subject:

   • The subject is the person or thing doing the action.
   • In "She does not speak," the subject is "Она" (Ona), which means "she."

3. Using the Right Verb:

   • The verb "говорить" (pronounced "govorit") means "to speak."
   • To use the present tense, we change the verb based on the subject:
     • "Она говорит" (Ona govorit) means "She speaks."
     • To make it negative, just put "не" before the verb: "Она не говорит" (Ona ne govorit).

Step-by-Step Guide:

• Step 1: Find the Subject:
  • "She" is "Она" (Ona).
• Step 2: Choose the Right Verb:
  • "To speak" is "говорить" (govorit').
• Step 3: Change the Verb:
  • For "She," the present form is "говорит" (govorit).
• Step 4: Add the Negation:
  • Add "не" before the verb: "Она не говорит" (Ona ne govorit).

More Examples to Practice:

1. I do not understand.
   • "Я не понимаю." (Ya ne ponimayu.)
2. We do not eat.
   • "Мы не едим." (My ne yedim.)
3. They do not play.
   • "Они не играют." (Oni ne igrayut.)

Tips for Getting Better:

• Always place "не" right before the verb so it's clear.
• Remember that the verb changes depending on who does the action.
• Practice with different subjects and verbs to get better at making sentences negative.

By following these steps, you can create simple negative sentences in Russian. This will help you speak more easily and improve your conversations!