🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "Goodbye" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Довиждане
"Goodbye" in Bulgarian · say it like doh-veezh-dah-neh

The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Bulgarian is Довиждане. 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

Чао
used in casual settings among friends
Сбогом
more formal, often used in serious contexts

When to use it

You can use 'Довиждане' when parting ways with someone, whether it's a friend or a colleague. It's appropriate in both formal and informal situations. For a more casual goodbye, you might say 'Чао'.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Довиждане, приятелю!Goodbye, my friend!
Трябва да вървя. Довиждане!I have to go. Goodbye!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'Довиждане' with 'Сбогом', but the latter is more formal and less commonly used.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'Довиждане' in any situation?

Yes, it's suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

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