🇷🇺 Free Russian tool
Russian to Latin converter
Paste Russian text and read it in Latin letters, using a simple BGN/PCGN-style system.
Reading Russian without romanization
Romanization helps you pronounce a word you can't read yet, but it hides the spelling you'll eventually need. A better habit: read the original script and check the romanization only when you're stuck — which is exactly how tap-to-translate works in ReadNative's Russian books.
Questions
Which romanization system is used?
a simple BGN/PCGN-style system.
Can I convert the other way?
Yes — use the Russian keyboard, which turns Latin typing into Russian.
Should learners rely on romanization?
Use it as training wheels. Learning the 33 letters takes days, not months, and reading the real script is faster and more accurate. Our Russian alphabet guide is a good place to start.