What Languages Do They Speak In Bulgaria?
Explore the languages spoken in Bulgaria on an interactive map.
Bulgaria Languages: Quick Facts
Languages
1
Bulgarian
Population
6,878,000
Cost of living
~ $1285
Index: 25.7
Safety / crime index
Crime Index: 37.5
Language Spoken in Bulgaria Percentage
| Language | Percentage | Population |
|---|---|---|
BulgarianOfficial | 77.3% | 5,316,694 |
Do They Speak English in Bulgaria?
English proficiency
Ranked #21 on the EF English Proficiency Index.
In short
In major cities and tourist hubs across Bulgaria, English is commonly understood and usually enough for travel and business basics. In more local settings, some Bulgarian is recommended.
FAQ
Bulgaria Language FAQ
Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Bulgaria.
Bulgarian is the main language spoken in Bulgaria.
Bulgarian is spoken by about 77.3% of the population in Bulgaria.
That corresponds to roughly 5,316,694 people.
Usually yes in cities, offices, hotels, and tourism-heavy areas. For more local situations, some Bulgarian will make things easier.
- What languages do they speak in Bulgaria?
Bulgarian is the main language spoken in Bulgaria.
- How widely spoken is Bulgarian in Bulgaria?
Bulgarian is spoken by about 77.3% of the population in Bulgaria.
That corresponds to roughly 5,316,694 people.
- Can you get by with English in Bulgaria?
Usually yes in cities, offices, hotels, and tourism-heavy areas. For more local situations, some Bulgarian will make things easier.
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