няма проблем
nyama problem
The Bulgarian phrase for "no problem" is няма проблем (nyama problem).
няма проблем is used to indicate that no apology is necessary.
Meaning: no apology is necessary (intj)
Which one should you use?
While няма проблем can mean "no problem", няма защо is a more idiomatic and common way to say "don't mention it" or "no need (to thank/apologize)". Additionally, the phrase Няма нищо is an informal way to say "nothing to worry about".
How does it change in a sentence?
To express 'there are no problems' (plural), the noun 'проблем' changes to the plural form 'проблеми'.
How do you pronounce it?
nyama problem
Did you know?
- The word проблем comes from the Ancient Greek 'próblēma', which originally meant a 'projected hindrance' or 'obstacle'.
- Bulgarian speakers may use a slight head shake or a shrug while saying няма проблем to emphasize that a situation is trivial.
- Because проблем is a borrowed word from German 'Problem', it fits into a larger pattern of technical and administrative terms Bulgaria adopted from German history.
Examples in context
- С Том няма проблеми.There's no problem with Tom.This sentence shows how to use the phrase in a context regarding a person.Tatoeba #3318734 by korobo4ka, translation #2663419 by CK
- Няма проблем, ще те придружа до асансьора.It's no problem, I'll walk you to the elevator.This sentence demonstrates using the phrase to accept a situation before offering help.Tatoeba #3345175 by korobo4ka, translation #2475732 by Keith
- Тук няма проблем.There's no problem here.This sentence shows the phrase used to describe a lack of problems in a specific location.Tatoeba #3318696 by korobo4ka, translation #2663520 by CK
- Няма да има проблем, ще го свърша в срок.No problem, I will complete it on time.
Example conversation
Elena is apologizing to Ivan for being late.
- Елена ElenaИзвинявай за закъснението, Иван!Izviniavay za zakasnyenieto, Ivan!I am sorry for being late, Ivan!
- Иван IvanНяма проблем, Елена.Nyama problem, Elena.No problem, Elena.
- Елена ElenaБлагодаря ти много.Blagodarya ti mnogo.Thank you very much.
- Иван IvanЗа нищо.Za nishto.It was nothing.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries проблем, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
