No. 38 in Bulgarian
ли
The Bulgarian word "ли" is a particle used to form yes-no questions or to express doubt or emphasis.
In a sentence
Ти ли го направи?
Did you do it?
The word 'ли' is used in this case to indicate a direct question, emphasizing 'ти' (you).
Чудя се дали той ще дойде.
I wonder if he will come.
Here, 'ли' is part of 'дали,' which introduces an indirect question meaning 'if' or 'whether.'
Може ли да затворите вратата, моля?
Could you please close the door?
In this context, 'ли' forms part of a polite question or request, placed after 'може' to inquire about possibility or permission.
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