🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Как си?
"How are you?" in Bulgarian · say it like kahk see

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Bulgarian is Как си?. 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

Как сте?
more formal or polite way to ask
Как вървят нещата?
a casual way to ask how things are going

When to use it

Use this phrase when greeting friends or acquaintances. It is a friendly way to check on someone's well-being. You can use it in both casual and slightly formal situations.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Как си днес?How are you today?
Здравей! Как си?Hello! How are you?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use the formal 'Как сте?' with friends, which can sound too stiff.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Как си?, 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 it appropriate to ask 'Как си?' to someone older?

Yes, but it is better to use 'Как сте?' for a more respectful tone.

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