Signification
Illustrating a point.
Contexte culturel
Bulgarians value 'добър пример' (good example) as a core part of social reputation. Being 'даден за пример' (given as an example) is a high honor in schools and workplaces. In Balkan storytelling, giving examples often involves using family members or neighbors to make a point more relatable and grounded. In Bulgarian universities, 'давам пример' is the standard way to introduce empirical data or case studies. On Bulgarian LinkedIn or Instagram, 'давам пример' is used by influencers to share 'life hacks' or professional tips.
Use 'с' for things
When using an object as an example, always use 'с' (with). Example: 'Давам пример с книгата.'
No 'правя'
Never say 'правя пример'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers!
Signification
Illustrating a point.
Use 'с' for things
When using an object as an example, always use 'с' (with). Example: 'Давам пример с книгата.'
No 'правя'
Never say 'правя пример'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers!
Perfective vs Imperfective
Use 'дам' (perfective) when you are about to give one specific example right now.
Moral Example
Remember that 'давам пример' can also mean being a role model. Context is key!
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'давам'.
Аз ___ пример на учениците сега.
The subject is 'Аз' (I), so the verb must be in the 1st person singular.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the natural Bulgarian phrase.
In Bulgarian, we 'give' (давам) examples to illustrate a point.
Match the Bulgarian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the pairs.
These are the standard translations for these common collocations.
Complete the dialogue.
Учител: Не разбираш ли? Ученик: Не. Учител: Добре, ще ___ пример.
The teacher is offering to provide a single, future example, so the perfective 'дам' is used.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesАз ___ пример на учениците сега.
The subject is 'Аз' (I), so the verb must be in the 1st person singular.
Choose the natural Bulgarian phrase.
In Bulgarian, we 'give' (давам) examples to illustrate a point.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the standard translations for these common collocations.
Учител: Не разбираш ли? Ученик: Не. Учител: Добре, ще ___ пример.
The teacher is offering to provide a single, future example, so the perfective 'дам' is used.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, adding 'един' (one) is very common and sounds natural.
'Давам' is more general, while 'посочвам' (point out) is slightly more formal.
You can say 'Например' or 'Като пример'. 'Давам пример' is the verbal phrase.
Yes: 'Дадох пример' (I gave an example).
Absolutely. It's essential for explaining strategies and data.
That means 'to hold up as a model' for others to follow.
Yes, but 'давам ти пример' is more common in speech.
It is masculine (един пример, примерът).
The plural is 'примери'.
Expressions liées
давам за пример
similarTo hold up as a model
вземам пример
contrastTo follow someone's lead
за пример
specialized formExemplary
посочвам пример
synonymTo point out an example
