🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "I'm sorry" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Съжалявам
"I'm sorry" in Bulgarian · say it like suh-zha-LYAH-vam

The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Bulgarian is Съжалявам. 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

Извинявай
more casual, used among friends
Извинете
formal, used when addressing someone respectfully

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to apologize for something you did or said. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's a polite way to express regret and is commonly used in everyday conversations.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Съжалявам, че закъснях.I'm sorry that I'm late.
Съжалявам, ако те нараних.I'm sorry if I hurt you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'съжалявам' with 'извинявай', using them interchangeably in all contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Как мога да се извиня на някого?

Можете да кажете 'Съжалявам' или 'Извинявай', в зависимост от ситуацията.

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