Дела. This seems to be for some reason the hardest word for me to pronounce in Russian. I have a friend who has been trying to help me, but they haven't been able to give a very detailed description on how to place your tongue or maybe some English or French words that share some similar pronunciation. I would really really appreciate help!!. I can't seem to make the 'ye' sound that comes from the 'e' in Дела. My friend (who speaks Russian fluently, as it is their first language) says that it is a very common sound in Russian and refuses to teach me more Russian until I have conquered the word, Дела. Also, I would really appreciate help on how to roll your tongue. I can roll well enough to say certain words, but for some reason not Руский (or is it spelled Рускйи??) Anyway, thanks for your help in advance!!