Bulgarian Phrase Book
Ashok Kumawat
© Ashok Kumawat, 2023
ISBN 978-5-0060-7138-4
Создано в интеллектуальной издательской системе Ridero
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this Bulgarian phrase book is intended for general reference and educational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the content, the author and publisher do not assume any responsibility or liability for any errors, omissions, or consequences arising from the use of the information contained within this book.
It is important to note that languages, including their phrases and expressions, can evolve over time and may vary in different regions or contexts. Therefore, the phrases and translations provided should be used as a general guide and may not always reflect the exact or current usage in all situations.
Readers are advised to exercise their own judgment and discretion when using the phrases and to seek further clarification or professional assistance as needed. The author and publisher disclaim any responsibility for any misunderstandings, misinterpretations, or miscommunications that may occur as a result of using the information in this book.
Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the reader to use the phrases and expressions in a respectful and appropriate manner, considering the cultural and social context in which they are applied.
Chapter 1: Basic Greetings and Introductions
In this chapter, we will explore the fundamentals of basic greetings and introductions in Bulgarian. Mastering these essential phrases will help you make a positive impression and establish rapport with native speakers. Lets dive in!
Greetings:
Здравейте (Zdraveyte) Hello (formal)
Здрасти (Zdrasti) Hi (informal)
Добро утро (Dobro utro) Good morning
Добър ден (Dobar den) Good day
Добър вечер (Dobar vecher) Good evening
Introducing Yourself:
Казвам се (Kazvam se) My name is
Аз съм (Az sam) I am
Радвам се да ви срещна (Radvam se da vi sreshtna) Nice to meet you
Как сте? (Kak ste?) How are you? (formal)
Как си? (Kak si?) How are you? (informal)
Responding to Greetings and Introductions:
Добре съм, благодаря (Dobre sam, blagodarya) Im fine, thank you
Много съм добре (Mnogo sam dobre) Im very well
Приятно ми е (Priyatno mi e) Nice to meet you too
Благодаря (Blagodarya) Thank you
Извинете (Izvinete) Excuse me
Common Courtesy Phrases:
Моля (Molya) Please
Благодаря ви (Blagodarya vi) Thank you (formal)
Благодаря ти (Blagodarya ti) Thank you (informal)
Моля, извинете ме (Molya, izvinete me) Excuse me (formal)
Моля, извини ме (Molya, izvini me) Excuse me (informal)
Asking How Someone Is:
Как сте? (Kak ste?) How are you? (formal)
Как си? (Kak si?) How are you? (informal)
Как се чувствате? (Kak se chuvstate?) How are you feeling? (formal)
Как се чувстваш? (Kak se chuvstvash?) How are you feeling? (informal)
Common Responses:
Добре съм, благодаря (Dobre sam, blagodarya) Im fine, thank you
Отлично съм (Otlichno sam) Im excellent
Не мога да се оплаквам (Ne moga da se oplakvam) I cant complain
Малко съм притеснен (Malko sam pritesnen) Im a little worried
Страхотно се чувствам (Strahotno se chuvstvam) I feel great
Asking for Someones Name:
Как се казвате? (Kak se kazvate?) What is your name? (formal)
Как се казваш? (Kak se kazvash?) What is your name? (informal)
Може ли да ви попитам името? (Moje li da vi popitam imeto?) May I ask your name? (formal)
Може ли да те попитам името? (Moje li da te popitam imeto?) May I ask your name? (informal)
Introducing Others:
Това е (Tova e) This is
Позволете ми да ви представя на (Pozvoletе mi da vi predstavya na) Allow me to introduce you to (formal)
Позволи ми да те представя на (Pozvoli mi da te predstavya na) Allow me to introduce you to (informal)
Farewells:
Довиждане (Dovizhdane) Goodbye
Чао (Chao) Bye
Лека нощ (Leka nosht) Goodnight
До скоро (Do skoro) See you soon
Живейте добре (Zhivеyte dobre) Farewell (formal)
Remember to practice these phrases regularly to enhance your conversational skills. Learning the art of greetings and introductions will open doors to meaningful interactions and enrich your experience of Bulgarian culture.
Chapter 2: Asking for Directions
In this chapter, we will cover the essential phrases for asking for directions in Bulgarian. Whether youre exploring a new city or simply trying to find your way around, knowing how to ask for directions is crucial. Lets dive into the phrases that will help you navigate with ease.
Asking for Directions:
Извинете, къде е? (Izvinete, kade e?) Excuse me, where is?
Можете ли да ми помогнете? (Moje li da mi pomognete?) Can you help me?
Аз се загубих (Az se zagubih) Im lost
Как мога да стигна до? (Kak moga da stigna do?) How can I get to?
Giving Landmark References:
Близо до (Blizo do) Close to
На ъгъла на (Na agla na) On the corner of
Срещу (Sreshtu) Opposite
В близост до (V blizost do) Near
Asking for Specific Places:
Гарата (Garata) The train station
Летището (Letishteto) The airport
Музеят (Muzeyat) The museum
Ресторанта (Restoranta) The restaurant
Банката (Bankata) The bank
Getting Directions:
Идете направо (Idete napravo) Go straight ahead
Завийте наляво (Zaviyte nalevo) Turn left
Завийте надясно (Zaviyte nadyasno) Turn right
Продължете напред (Prodalzhete napred) Continue straight
Това е наляво/надясно (Tova e nalevo/nadyasno) Its on the left/right
Distance and Time:
Колко далеч е оттук? (Kolko dalech e otuk?) How far is it from here?
Колко време ще отнеме? (Kolko vreme shte otneme?) How long will it take?
Близо ли е? (Blizo li e?) Is it close?
Далеч ли е? (Dalech li e?) Is it far?
На 10 минути пеша (Na 10 minuti pesha) A 10-minute walk away
Asking for Help with Public Transportation:
Къде се намира автобусната спирка? (Kade se namira avtobusnata spirka?) Where is the bus stop?
Къде мога да намеря метростанцията? (Kade moga da namera metrostantsiyata?) Where can I find the metro station?
Какво автобусно/влаково номер трябва да взема? (Kakvo avtobusno/vlakovo nomer tryabva da vzema?) Which bus/train number should I take?
Колко спирки са до? (Kolko spirki sa do?) How many stops to?
Expressing Gratitude:
Благодаря ви за помощта (Blagodarya vi za pomoshtа) Thank you for your help
Благодаря много (Blagodarya mnogo) Thank you very much
Страхотно се проведох (Strahotno se provedoh) I had a great time
Ще се справя сам (Shte se spravya sam) Ill manage on my own
Remember to speak clearly and use basic phrases when asking for directions. Locals are usually happy to assist you. Embrace the opportunity to practice your Bulgarian and explore the beauty of the language while navigating through new places. Happy travels!
Chapter 3: Ordering Food and Drinks
In this chapter, we will delve into the essential phrases for ordering food and drinks in Bulgarian. Exploring the local cuisine is an integral part of experiencing a new culture, and being able to communicate your preferences and dietary requirements is key. Lets explore the phrases that will help you navigate the culinary delights of Bulgaria.
Restaurant Etiquette:
Здравейте, искам да резервирам маса (Zdraveyte, iskam da rezerviram masa) Hello, I would like to reserve a table
Може ли да видя менюто? (Moje li da vidya menuto?) May I see the menu?
Имате ли специалитети на деня? (Imate li spetsialiteti na denya?) Do you have any daily specials?
Какво бихте препоръчали? (Kakvo bihte preporachali?) What would you recommend?
Може ли сметката, моля? (Moje li smetkata, molya?) Can I have the bill, please?
Placing an Order:
Бих искал/а (Bih iskal/a) I would like
Мога ли да поръчам? (Moga li da poracham?) Can I order?
Бих искал/а да опитам (Bih iskal/a da opitam) I would like to try
Искам го/я без (Iskam go/ya bez) I want it without
Dietary Preferences and Special Requests:
Вегетариански (Vegetarianski) Vegetarian
Вегански (Veganski) Vegan
Без глутен (Bez gluten) Gluten-free
Без лактоза (Bez laktоza) Lactose-free
Алергичен съм на (Alergichen sam na) Im allergic to
Ordering Drinks:
Бих искал/а една (Bih iskal/a edna) I would like one
Бих искал/а бутилка от (Bih iskal/a butilka ot) I would like a bottle of
Може ли още една чаша? (Moje li oshte edna chasha?) Can I have another glass?
Мога ли да получа вода? (Moga li da polucha voda?) Can I have some water?
Asking about Ingredients:
Съдържа ли това? (Sudarzha li tova?) Does this contain?
Какви са основните съставки? (Kakvi sa osnovnite sastavki?) What are the main ingredients?
Има ли това? (Ima li tova?) Does it have?
Expressing Satisfaction:
Много е вкусно (Mnogo e vkusno) Its very delicious
Благодаря за храната (Blagodarya za hranata) Thank you for the food
Това беше прекрасно изживяване (Tova beshe prekrasno izhivyanе) It was a wonderful experience
Препоръчвам ви го/я (Preporachvam vi go/ya) I recommend it to you
Handling Complaints:
Извинете, това не е това, което поръчах (Izvinete, tova ne e tova, koeto porachah) Excuse me, this is not what I ordered
Моля, върнете го/я обратно (Molya, varnete go/ya obratno) Please take it back
Има ли възможност да замените това? (Ima li vъzmozhnost da zamenite tova?) Is it possible to replace this?
Бих искал/а друго ястие/напитка (Bih iskal/a drugo yastie/napitka) I would like a different dish/drink
Remember to be polite and respectful when interacting with the staff at restaurants. Embrace the opportunity to try traditional Bulgarian dishes and explore the local flavors. Enjoy your culinary journey and savor the delectable tastes of Bulgaria.
Chapter 4: Numbers and Counting
In this chapter, we will focus on the numbers and counting system in Bulgarian. Knowing how to express numbers is essential for various daily activities, such as shopping, telling time, and making reservations. Lets explore the numbers from 1 to 100 and learn how to count in Bulgarian.
Cardinal Numbers:
1 едно (edno)
2 две (dve)
3 три (tri)
4 четири (chetiri)
5 пет (pet)
6 шест (shest)
7 седем (sedem)
8 осем (osem)
9 девет (devet)
10 десет (deset)
Numbers 1120:
11 единадесет (edinadeset)
12 дванадесет (dvanadeset)
13 тринадесет (trinadeset)
14 четиринадесет (chetirinadeset)
15 петнадесет (petnadeset)
16 шестнадесет (shestnadeset)
17 седемнадесет (sedemnadeset)
18 осемнадесет (osemnadeset)
19 деветнадесет (devetnadeset)
20 двадесет (dvadeset)
Numbers 21100:
21 двадесет и едно (dvadeset i edno)
22 двадесет и две (dvadeset i dve)
30 тридесет (trideset)
40 четиридесет (chetirideset)
50 петдесет (petdeset)
60 шестдесет (shestdeset)
70 седемдесет (sedemdeset)
80 осемдесет (osemdeset)
90 деветдесет (devetdeset)
100 сто (sto)
Counting from 100 to 1000:
100 сто (sto)
200 двеста (dvesta)
300 триста (trista)
400 четиристотин (chetiristotin)
500 петстотин (petstotin)
600 шестстотин (sheststotin)
700 седемстотин (sedemstotin)
800 осемстотин (osemstotin)
900 деветстотин (devetstotin)
1000 хиляда (hilyada)
Fractions:
1/2 половина (polovina)
1/3 трета (treta)
1/4 четвърта (chetvarta)
1/5 пета (peta)
1/6 шеста (shesta)
1/8 осма (osma)
1/10 десета (deseta)
Ordinal Numbers:
1st първи (parvi)
2nd втори (vtori)
3rd трети (treti)
4th четвърти (chetvarti)
5th пети (peti)
10th десети (deseti)
100th стотен (stoten)
1000th хиляден (hilyaden)
Knowing how to count in Bulgarian will help you in various situations, such as telling time, giving your phone number, or understanding prices. Practice counting regularly to become more comfortable with the numbers and their pronunciation. Enjoy mastering the art of counting in Bulgarian!
Chapter 5: Common Expressions and Polite Phrases
In this chapter, we will cover common expressions and polite phrases that are essential for effective communication and cultural understanding in Bulgarian. These phrases will help you engage in conversations, show politeness, and make a positive impression on the locals. Lets explore these useful expressions!
Greetings and Introductions:
Здравейте (Zdraveyte) Hello (formal)
Здрасти (Zdrasti) Hi (informal)
Как сте? (Kak ste?) How are you? (formal)
Как си? (Kak si?) How are you? (informal)
Аз се казвам (Az se kazvam) My name is
Showing Politeness:
Моля (Molya) Please
Благодаря (Blagodarya) Thank you
Много благодаря (Mnogo blagodarya) Thank you very much
Извинете (Izvinete) Excuse me
Извинявайте (Izvinyavayte) Sorry
Asking for Help:
Можете ли да ми помогнете? (Moje li da mi pomognete?) Can you help me?
Можете ли да повторите, моля? (Moje li da povtorite, molya?) Can you repeat, please?
Не разбирам (Ne razbiram) I dont understand
Може ли да ми обясните? (Moje li da mi obyasnite?) Can you explain to me?
Expressing Gratitude:
Благодаря ви (Blagodarya vi) Thank you
Благодаря много (Blagodarya mnogo) Thank you very much
Благодаря за помощта (Blagodarya za pomoshtа) Thank you for your help
Благодаря за гостоприемството (Blagodarya za gostopriemstvoto) Thank you for your hospitality
Making Requests:
Мога ли да попитам нещо? (Moga li da popitam neshto?) Can I ask something?
Може ли да ми дадете? (Moje li da mi dadete?) Can you give me?
Може ли да ми донесете? (Moje li da mi donesete?) Can you bring me?
Може ли да ми помогнете с? (Moje li da mi pomognete s?) Can you help me with?
Apologies and Excuses:
Съжалявам (Sazhalyavam) Im sorry
Извинете ме (Izvinete me) Excuse me
Извинявайте за притеснението (Izvinyavayte za pritеsnеniеtо) Sorry for the inconvenience
Моля, простете ми (Molya, prostеtе mi) Please forgive me
Farewells:
Довиждане (Dovizhdane) Goodbye
Чао (Chao) Bye
Ще се видим скоро (Shte se vidim skoro) See you soon
Приятен ден (Priyaten den) Have a nice day
Remember to use these expressions with a genuine and friendly attitude to make a positive impression. Bulgarians appreciate polite gestures and kind interactions. Practice these phrases and adapt them to different situations, and youll find yourself engaging in meaningful conversations and building connections with the locals.
Chapter 6: Transportation and Travel
In this chapter, we will explore the essential phrases and vocabulary related to transportation and travel in Bulgaria. Whether you are navigating the public transportation system, hiring a taxi, or seeking assistance at the airport, these phrases will help you communicate effectively and make your journey smooth and enjoyable. Lets dive into the world of transportation and travel in Bulgaria.
Getting Around:
Как да стигна до? (Kak da stigna do?) How do I get to?
Къде е автобусната спирка? (Kade e avtobusnata spirka?) Where is the bus stop?
Какво време трябва да чакам? (Kakvo vreme tryabva da chakam?) How long do I have to wait?
Колко дълго отнема да стигна до? (Kolko dalgo otnema da stigna do?) How long does it take to get to?
Благодаря за помощта (Blagodarya za pomoshtа) Thank you for your help.
Public Transportation:
Метро (Metro) Metro
Автобус (Avtobus) Bus
Трамвай (Tramvay) Tram
Влак (Vlak) Train
Билет (Bilet) Ticket
За възрастни (Za vuzrastni) For adults
За деца (Za detsa) For children
Еднопосочен билет (Ednopoсochen bilet) One-way ticket
В два посоки (V dva posoki) Round trip
Taxi:
Такси (Taksi) Taxi
Моля, вземете ме от тук (Molya, vzemete me ot tuk) Please take me from here
Къде е такси стоянката? (Kade e taksi stoyankata?) Where is the taxi stand?
Колко ще струва до? (Kolko ще strouva do?) How much will it cost to?
Моля, спрете тук (Molya, sprete tuk) Please stop here
Благодаря, имайте хубав ден (Blagodarya, имайте hubav den) Thank you, have a nice day