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If you’ve gotten used to the intermediate-level Bulgarian vocabulary and feel like it’s time to move ahead, then you’re in the right place. This advanced Bulgarian wordlist from BulgarianPod101 will take you to the next level and help you use Bulgarian fluently in a wide range of contexts. In this extensive overview, you will get acquainted with a variety of advanced Bulgarian words, their meaning in English, and how to use them in sentences via the examples we’ve provided. For your convenience, we have divided these words into categories. Of course, it may take a while for you to get used to these advanced Bulgarian words, as they have the highest level of difficulty. However, you can take advantage of these top 15 tips to remember... Show more

Studying a foreign language can be a real challenge, but as long as you’re persistent in your efforts, you can make steady progress. After learning the basics of the Bulgarian language and mastering the beginner-level words and phrases, it’s time to face the next challenge: intermediate Bulgarian vocabulary.  BulgarianPod101 has created this detailed list of Bulgarian intermediate words and their meanings in English for the following reasons:  To help you advance in your language learning and gain more confidence;To help you enrich your vocabulary so you can more easily make local Bulgarian friends; To help you learn the language in-depth;To help you communicate in various situations and lead simple conversations;To help you make... Show more

As babies begin picking up their native language, what are some of the first words they learn? Besides the obvious “mommy” and “daddy,” most children become familiar early on with the names of animals and the sounds they make.  So why not take a similar approach when learning a foreign language?  BulgarianPod101 has prepared this beginner-level Bulgarian animals list to help you immerse yourself in the Bulgarian language as naturally as little children do. In this article, you’ll learn the names of pets, farm animals, wild and dangerous animals in Bulgaria, marine animals, birds, reptiles, and even endangered species that are included in The Red Data Book of Bulgaria.  Why start with animal names? They’re easy to remember and... Show more

Can you imagine the world today without smartphones?  Thanks to these useful devices, people can speak to each other regardless of existing distance or time barriers.  In recent years, texting and instant messaging have surpassed phone calls in popularity—but knowing how to communicate over the phone is still an essential skill!  As a language learner, you should familiarize yourself with the most common Bulgarian telephone phrases for effective communication. To give you a headstart, BulgarianPod101 has prepared this in-depth overview of key phrases and dialogue examples. After studying this extensive list of Bulgarian phone call words and phrases, you’ll no longer have to be afraid of the language barrier when picking up the... Show more

Learning a new language is like building a new house—you need to have a solid foundation to build upon.  If you’re new to the Bulgarian language, then you’re in the right place!  BulgarianPod101 has prepared this comprehensive list of the most basic Bulgarian words for beginners. By learning these essential words along with their pronunciation, you’re giving yourself a proper base upon which you can start accumulating new language skills.  Once you’re comfortable using most of these words, you can proceed further with your studies and start picking up even more advanced words.  There are a few strategies that can help you memorize these words more easily: Write these words on labels and place them on the corresponding items... Show more

Fillers are those unnecessary words that people sometimes use without even realizing it. They’re usually associated with slang or lack of education. These parasitic words or expressions interrupt speech and sometimes make it more difficult to understand. The English language is full of filler words, but what about Bulgarian? There are many Bulgarian filler words, too! BulgarianPod101 has prepared this extensive overview to get you acquainted with them, as you’ll encounter them often in your daily conversations with Bulgarians. It’s interesting to note that fillers in the Bulgarian language are influenced by modern language tendencies and change over time. For the purpose of this article, we’ll be covering some of the most common... Show more

Maybe you remember that old Beatles song All You Need is Love. It seems to be true, because every single person—from little babies to old men or women—needs to love and be loved by someone. But while giving and receiving love is important, so is knowing how to express that love. Doing this properly can work miracles in your life.  Does your potential love interest or spouse happen to be a native Bulgarian speaker? Then you’re in the right place!  In this detailed overview of how to say "I love you," in Bulgarian, we’ll help you express your true feelings in your partner’s mother tongue. Whether your goal is to make an attractive Bulgarian fall in love with you or to strengthen the bond you have with your partner, these Bulgarian... Show more

Negation is a linguistic tool we use every day. From refusing proposals to answering questions in the negative, there are so many ways we use the word "no" in our daily conversations and social engagements. After all, we can’t possibly agree on everything all the time!  Learning about negation in Bulgarian grammar is a key element in mastering the language, and we recommend that you study this early on.  Here are some reasons why it’s good to learn how to say "no" in Bulgarian: You’ll be able to express an opposite opinion.You can react negatively when someone speaks untruthfully.You can disagree with any offensive declaration. You can express to others your inability to do something.You can state that something never happened. ... Show more

Have you ever thought of learning Bulgarian as an impossible task? Or maybe you’re thinking about studying the language, but want to make sure it’s actually worth the effort? Well, BulgarianPod101 is here to encourage you and assure you that it’s both possible and beneficial to study Bulgarian. All it takes is some regular and purposeful effort on your part, and you can begin to reap the numerous advantages this knowledge will bring you.  Today we’ll answer the question, "Why learn Bulgarian?" by outlining the top 10 reasons that knowing this language will benefit your life.  Knowing why you should learn Bulgarian is important because... → ...it can give you extra motivation to get through the harder periods of your language... Show more

Even if you have a solid vocabulary base, your communication is going to be quite limited unless you know how to use tenses. While they may seem intimidating, studying the Bulgarian tenses will open up a whole new world to you and fill your life with so many different possibilities.  Just imagine: Being able to talk about the present, past, and future will allow you to tell your Bulgarian friend what you’re up to at the moment, what happened yesterday, or what your plans are for the future.  In this detailed guide, BulgarianPod101 will cover all nine verb tenses in Bulgarian grammar and provide you with examples of how to use them. We know that tenses are probably the hardest part of learning a foreign language, so we’ve tried to... Show more