🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "Mother" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Майка
"Mother" in Bulgarian · say it like my-kah

The most natural way to say "Mother" in Bulgarian is Майка. 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

Майка ми
used to refer to one's own mother
Майка Тереза
used in a formal context to refer to Mother Teresa

When to use it

You use 'майка' when talking about your mother or someone else's mother. It can be used in both casual and formal settings. It's a term of endearment and respect.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Майка ми е най-добрата.My mother is the best.
Тя е добра майка.She is a good mother.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'майка' with 'мама', which is more informal and affectionate.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Майка, 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 кажа 'мама' на български?

'Мама' на български е 'мама', което е по-неформално.

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