In Russian, there are two main ways to say "to write": "писать" (pisat) and "написать" (napisat). Each way helps us understand writing in different ways. Let’s break it down:

1. Different Meanings:

   • Imperfective ("писать"): This word is for actions happening right now or things that happen often.
     • For example: Я пишу книгу. (I am writing a book.)
   • Perfective ("написать"): This word means that an action is finished. It shows what has been done.
     • For example: Я написал книгу. (I wrote a book / I have written a book.)

2. When to Use Them:

   • Use the imperfective form when talking about ongoing actions or regular habits:
     • Example: Я пишу отчёт каждый день. (I write a report every day.)
   • Use the perfective form when talking about finishing a task:
     • Example: Я написал отчёт за час. (I completed the report in an hour.)

Understanding these two forms can help you express yourself better. You can clearly show what you mean when talking about writing!