Venelina

What is your reason for becoming a teacher?
The ability to communicate in what drives our lives and human progress in every aspect – cultural, technological, social. I’ve always been fascinated by knowing different cultures, their history, the social boundaries that shape them and the universal human values that cross any border. I also believe that sharing your knowledge is a step in this direction and is critical for cultural exchange and embrace diversity.

As a teacher, I enjoy helping people discover Bulgarian culture, traditions, and customs while learning the language. Seeing my students gain confidence, communicate more naturally, and achieve their personal goals is one of the most rewarding parts of my job.

What countries have you had students from?
I’ve had students from many different countries, including South Africa, the United Kingdom, Denmark, France, Dubai, and Turkey. Teaching people from different cultural backgrounds has been a great experience.

What are the biggest challenges for your students?
The biggest challenges are usually the Bulgarian grammar and pronunciation, especially certain sounds that don’t exist in their native language. And just like in every new language we learn, the biggest challenge is just start speaking freely. However, with regular practice, these challenges become much easier to overcome.

What would you tell somebody who wants to learn Bulgarian?
I would tell them not to be afraid of making mistakes. Bulgarian can seem challenging at first, but it’s a very rewarding language to learn. Focus on speaking from the beginning, practice consistently, and enjoy the learning process. Every small step brings you closer to fluency.