🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "Hello" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Здравей
"Hello" in Bulgarian · say it like zdravey

The most natural way to say "Hello" in Bulgarian is Здравей. 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

Здравейте
used in formal situations or when addressing multiple people
Привет
more casual, often used among friends

When to use it

You can use 'Здравей' when greeting someone in an informal setting. It is appropriate for friends or acquaintances. In formal situations, you might prefer 'Здравейте'.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Здравей, как си?Hello, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'Здравей' with 'Здравейте' and use it inappropriately in formal contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Здравей, 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

Is there a difference between 'Здравей' and 'Здравейте'?

'Здравей' is informal, while 'Здравейте' is formal or plural.

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