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First words in Macedonian

Здраво (Zdravo), Hi

DO-bar DEN / ZDRA-vo

Добар ден (Dobar den), Hello

Formal greeting

Did you know? Ohrid, on the shores of its crystal-clear namesake lake, is one of Europe's oldest cities, and the city that gave birth to the Cyrillic alphabet. It was here that Saint Clement, a disciple of Saints Cyril and Methodius, founded the world's first Slavic university in the 9th century and refined the alphabet that would bear his master's name. Lake Ohrid is one of the world's oldest lakes, more than 2 million years old, and is home to unique endemic species. Skopje was almost entirely rebuilt after the 1963 earthquake, and its modern city center stands in stark contrast to the Ottoman architecture of the old bazaar.

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2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.

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I’m not on desktop, is it mobile-friendly too?

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Macédonien Débutant

👋Les bases du macédonien

🔤Alphabet cyrillique macédonien — Азбука

👋Salutations — Поздрави

🏠Vie quotidienne

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Famille — Семејство

🍽️Gastronomie — Гастрономија

🛒Au marché — На пазар

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Famille et relations — Семејство и односи

💻Technologie — Технологија

🚌Transports — Транспорт

📚École et études — Училиште и студии

💼Travail et métiers — Работа и занимања

👗Vêtements et apparence — Облека и изглед

🫀Corps humain — Телото

🐾Animaux et nature — Животни и природа

🕐Chiffres avancés et temps — Броеви и Време

🏠Maison et intérieur — Домот

🎉Fêtes et traditions — Празници и традиции

🛒Achats et argent — Купување и пари

⚽Loisirs et sport — Слободно време и спорт

🗺️Voyager en Macédoine du Nord — Патување

📝Verbes et article suffixé

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Grammaire et conversations

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Expression avancée

📜Proverbes et culture

📖Литература — Lettres macédoniennes

📰Медиуми — Presse et médias macédoniens

🤝Преспански договор — L'Accord de Prespa

🇪🇺ЕУ и НАТО — Intégration euro-atlantique

🏛️Преродба — Renaissance macédonienne XIXe

🌍Дијаспора и дијалекти — Diaspora et dialectes

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The curriculum

What you'll learn in Macedonian

A curriculum designed to get you speaking Macedonian in the situations that actually matter to you.

01
Conversational Macedonian from Skopje and Ohrid
02
Macedonian Cyrillic alphabet (31 letters)
03
Caseless grammar: Macedonian's advantage among Slavic languages
04
Macedonian vs. Bulgarian and Serbian: mutual intelligibility
05
Macedonian culture: Ohrid, Byzantine frescoes, Balkan cuisine
06
Macedonian for the diaspora in Western Europe

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about learning Macedonian

Is Macedonian really a language without cases?

Yes, this is the defining feature of Macedonian among the Slavic languages. Russian has 6 cases, Polish 7, Serbian/Croatian 7… Macedonian has none (except for vestiges in a few fixed expressions). The grammatical function of words is indicated by sentence word order and prepositions, a structure that feels closer to Romance languages than to Slavic ones. This is one of the reasons Macedonian is often considered the most accessible Slavic language for Western European speakers.

Are Macedonian and Bulgarian the same language?

This is a politically sensitive question. Linguistically, Macedonian and Bulgarian are very close, mutual intelligibility is 70-80%. Bulgaria has long disputed Macedonian's status as a distinct language, considering it a Bulgarian dialect. Since the end of the Yugoslav era, Macedonian has been internationally recognized as a language in its own right. For learners, this closeness means that learning Macedonian provides a strong foundation for Bulgarian and vice versa.

Why learn Macedonian?

North Macedonia is an EU candidate with a growing economy in textiles, tourism, and agriculture. The Macedonian diaspora is active in Germany, Switzerland, and Australia. For investors in the Balkans, Macedonian opens access to a low-competition market. And culturally, Ohrid with its 365 churches and monasteries is one of Europe's most underrated destinations.

Is Macedonian Cyrillic different from Russian Cyrillic?

Macedonian Cyrillic is very similar to Serbian Cyrillic (31 letters) but differs from Russian Cyrillic (33 letters) in a few specific characters. Macedonian has the letters 'ѓ', 'ѕ', 'ј', 'љ', 'њ', 'ќ', and 'џ' that Russian does not. If you already know Russian Cyrillic, you can read Macedonian after 2 to 3 weeks of adjustment. For a complete beginner, learning Cyrillic takes 3 to 4 weeks.

How long does it take to speak Macedonian?

With no grammatical cases and a Slavic vocabulary base, Macedonian is one of the most accessible Slavic languages for Western Europeans. For an English or French speaker, expect 8 to 12 months of 2 classes per week to reach B1. If you already have a foundation in Serbian, Bulgarian, or Russian, 4 to 6 months is enough. The Cyrillic alphabet can be learned in 3 to 4 weeks and immediately unlocks the ability to read Macedonian signs and menus.

How much do Macedonian courses cost on Targumi?

Targumi offers 3 plans: quarterly, yearly, and lifetime access. All plans include live small-group classes with native teachers, interactive lessons, and the community. See full pricing on the pricing page.

Are the Macedonian courses online or in person?

100% online. Live classes happen twice a week in small groups via Google Meet. You can join from anywhere in the world. The mobile and web app stay accessible 24/7 for interactive lessons.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. Targumi offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans. If you are not satisfied, just email [email protected] for a full refund.

How do I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel anytime from your profile (“My subscriptions” section) with no hidden fees. Your access stays active until the end of your paid period.

Resources

All Macedonian resources

Explore our free tools to progress outside of class.

Macedonian level test

Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.

Macedonian survival kit

A hundred words and thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.

Macedonian cultural quiz

How well do you know Macedonian culture? Films, music, traditions.

Macedonian articles

Guides and articles to learn Macedonian.

Macedonian vocabulary

Essential words and phrases organized by theme.

Cultural resources

Podcasts, movies, TV shows and music to progress through immersion.

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