How do you say hello in Macedonian?

The most common way to say hello in Macedonian is Здраво (Zdravo). It works at any time of day with anyone. For a more formal or polite greeting, use Добар ден (Dobar den), meaning Good day.

How do you say good morning in Macedonian?

Good morning in Macedonian is Добро утро (Dobro utro). It is typically used early in the day, up until around 10:00 AM.

How do you say good afternoon in Macedonian?

Good afternoon or good day in Macedonian is Добар ден (Dobar den). This is the most common all-day daytime greeting and is appropriate from mid-morning through the afternoon.

How do you say good evening in Macedonian?

Good evening in Macedonian is Добра вечер (Dobra vecher). Use it when arriving somewhere after dark.

How do you say goodbye in Macedonian?

The most natural everyday goodbye in Macedonian is Пријатно (Prijatno), meaning have a nice one. For a more formal farewell, use Довидување (Doviduvanje). Among close friends, Чао (Chao) is also very common.

How do you say thank you in Macedonian?

Thank you in Macedonian is Благодарам (Blagodaram). For a more casual thanks, Фала (Fala) is widely used in everyday speech. To say thank you very much, say Многу благодарам (Mnogu blagodaram).

How do you say you're welcome in Macedonian?

You're welcome in Macedonian is Нема на што (Nema na shto). It literally means there is nothing to thank for, similar to don't mention it in English.

How do you say sorry in Macedonian?

To say excuse me or sorry informally in Macedonian, use Извини (Izvini). In formal situations or with strangers, say Извинете (Izvinete). To express genuine remorse, use Жал ми е (Zhal mi e), meaning I am sorry.

How do you say congratulations in Macedonian?

Congratulations in Macedonian is Честитки! (Chestitki). For happy birthday specifically, say Среќен роденден! (Srekjen rodenden).

How do you say how are you in Macedonian?

How are you in Macedonian is Kako си? (Kako si?) when speaking informally with friends or people your own age. In formal situations or with strangers, use Kako сте? (Kako ste?). A typical response is Добро сум, благодарам (Dobro sum, blagodaram) — I am well, thank you.

Macedonian Greetings: How to Say Hello, Goodbye & More

Macedonians are incredibly warm and hospitable people. Taking the time to learn just a few everyday phrases will instantly open doors — and bring a smile to anyone's face. Here is your complete guide to essential Macedonian greetings, with pronunciation and natural-sounding audio for key phrases.

Saying "Hello" — Essential Casual & Formal

Whether you are walking into a local bakery (пекара) or meeting a friend for coffee, start here.

Здраво(Zdravo)— Hello / Hi

The go-to, all-purpose greeting. Use it with anyone, anywhere, at any time of day.

Добар ден(Dobar den)— Good day

The most polite, all-day essential. Works with anyone — strangers, shop staff, or colleagues.

Time-of-Day Greetings

Just like in English, Macedonians shift their greetings depending on the position of the sun.

Добро утро(Dobro utro)— Good morning

Used early in the day, usually up until 10:00 AM.

Добра вечер(Dobra vecher)— Good evening

Used when arriving somewhere after dark.

Добра ноќ(Dobra nokj)— Good night

Say this right before going to bed, or when leaving a house late at night.

Asking "How Are You?"

Once you have said hello, it is polite to check in. Pay attention to who you are talking to — Macedonian has informal and formal forms.

Kako си?(Kako si?)— How are you? (Informal)

Use this for friends, family, and people your own age.

Kako сте?(Kako ste?)— How are you? (Formal / Plural)

Use this for elders, professionals, strangers, or when addressing a group of people.

Добро сум, благодарам(Dobro sum, blagodaram)— I am good, thank you.

"Thank You" and "You're Welcome"

Politeness goes a long way. Here is how to show gratitude in Macedonian.

Благодарам(Blagodaram)— Thank you

Standard and appropriate in any situation.

Многу благодарам(Mnogu blagodaram)— Thank you very much

Фала(Fala)— Thanks

Short, casual, and incredibly common in daily life.

Нема на што(Nema na shto)— You're welcome / Don't mention it

Excuse Me & Sorry

Извини(Izvini)— Excuse me / Sorry (Informal)

Извинете(Izvinete)— Excuse me / Sorry (Formal / Plural)

Жал ми е(Zhal mi e)— I'm sorry

For expressing genuine remorse — not just a casual "excuse me."

Saying "Goodbye"

When it is time to head out, wrap up your conversation with one of these.

Чао(Chao)— Bye

The most casual goodbye among friends. Borrowed from Italian "Ciao" — you will hear this constantly.

Пријатно(Prijatno)— Have a nice one

A warm, natural farewell. Works in almost any situation.

Се гледаме подоцна(Se gledame podocna)— See you later

Пријатен ден(Prijaten den)— Have a nice day

Убав ден(Ubav den)— Have a nice day

Both Пријатен ден and Убав ден are lovely, polite ways to wish someone a good day as you leave.

Со здравје(So zdravje)— Take care / Go in good health

A warm parting wish — literally "with health." Often said to someone setting off home.

Bonus: Everyday Wishes & Celebrations

If you are travelling during a holiday or attending a party, these will come in handy.

Мило ми е(Milo mi e)— Nice to meet you

Среќен пат(Srekjen pat)— Have a safe trip / Bon voyage

Честитки!(Chestitki!)— Congratulations!

Среќен роденден!(Srekjen rodenden!)— Happy Birthday!

Tips for Learners

Do not worry too much about having a perfect accent right away. Macedonians are famously enthusiastic when foreigners try to speak their language. Even a simple Фала or Добар ден will be met with massive appreciation. Start with the phrases you will use most often — hello, thank you, and goodbye — and build from there.

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Macedonian Greetings: How to Say Hello, Goodbye, Good Morning & More