How to say “Good morning” in Irish
The most common way to say “good morning” in Irish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Maidin mhaith
In a sentence
English
Good morning, how are you?
Irish
Maidin mhaith, Conas atá tú?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good morning" in Irish?
"Good morning" in Irish is "Maidin mhaith". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Maidin mhaith" written in Irish?
"Maidin mhaith" is the standard written form in Irish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Maidin mhaith" in Irish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Maidin mhaith" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Maidin mhaith" mean in English?
"Maidin mhaith" is the Irish way of saying "Good morning" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good morning" in Irish?
Many languages — including Irish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Maidin mhaith" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Irish spoken?
Irish is spoken by an estimated 170,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Irish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Irish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Maidin mhaith" or any other Irish text.