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I learned Russian during 8 years in highschool, but since I left school 6 years ago, I have forgotten most of it and did not have opportunity to speak or practice in any way. That's why I am on Vocabulix.
I grew up in Angola, but now I'm in Hanover, not far from your border town. I used to study at the university in Boston, Massachusetts. I have graduated from MIT, which is the technology institute.
I'd be very happy if you could correct my Spanish. In return, I'll help you too, of course. 3 years ago I traveled to Chile to visit the country, only for a month, unfortunately. Loved the Cordillera!