🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "Forgive me" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Извини ме
"Forgive me" in Bulgarian · say it like ee-zvee-nee meh

The most natural way to say "Forgive me" in Bulgarian is Извини ме. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Простете ми
more formal, used in polite contexts
Съжалявам
means 'I regret' and can also express apology

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or an inconvenience. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. Use it when you feel you have wronged someone or when you want to express remorse.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Извини ме, че закъснях.Forgive me for being late.
Извини ме, не исках да те обидя.Forgive me, I didn't mean to offend you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'извинявай' (informal) with 'извини ме' (more neutral).

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Извини ме, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Bulgarian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'извини ме'?

Use it when you want to apologize for something specific, in both formal and informal settings.

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