philistine in Bulgarian

philistine in Bulgarian is простак, филистер — philistine means a person seen as indifferent or hostile to art, literature, and culture, and who has conventional or unrefined tastes.

philistine in Bulgarian

простак

adj

Pronounced: prostak

(derogatory) Ignorant or uneducated; specifically, lacking appreciation for or antagonistic towards art or culture, and having pedestrian tastes.

филистер

adj

Pronounced: filister

(derogatory) Ignorant or uneducated; specifically, lacking appreciation for or antagonistic towards art or culture, and having pedestrian tastes.

What does "philistine" mean?

noun A person seen as indifferent or hostile to art, literature, and culture, and who has conventional or unrefined tastes.
"He was mocked as a philistine for never having read a novel."
adjective Showing no interest in or appreciation of art and culture.
"Her philistine attitude toward classical music annoyed the professor."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

philistine in a sentence

He was mocked as a philistine for never having read a novel.
Her philistine attitude toward classical music annoyed the professor.

Common Bulgarian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "philistine" in Bulgarian?

"philistine" in Bulgarian is простак, филистер. philistine means: A person seen as indifferent or hostile to art, literature, and culture, and who has conventional or unrefined tastes.

How do you pronounce простак?

"philistine" in Bulgarian is простак, pronounced "prostak".

How do you use "philistine" in a sentence?

Example: "He was mocked as a philistine for never having read a novel." In Bulgarian, "philistine" is простак, филистер.

Are there other ways to say "philistine" in Bulgarian?

Yes — Bulgarian has 2 translations listed for "philistine": простак, филистер.

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