No. 511 in Bulgarian
ама
The Bulgarian word "ама" translates to "but" or "however" in English.
In a sentence
Ама защо не ми каза по-рано?
But why didn't you tell me earlier?
In this sentence, 'ама' is used as a casual and less formal equivalent of 'but,' initiating a question to express mild surprise or disappointment.
Трябваше да си тръгваме, ама времето беше прекрасно.
We had to leave, but the weather was beautiful.
Here, 'ама' expresses contrast between two situations: the obligation to leave and the appeal of the wonderful weather.
Ама, слушай внимателно какво ти говоря!
Now, carefully listen to what I'm telling you!
In this context, 'ама' serves as a call for attention or emphasis at the beginning of the statement.
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