How to say “Good morning” in Scottish Gaelic
The most common way to say “good morning” in Scottish Gaelic. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Madainn mhath
In a sentence
English
Good morning, how are you?
Scottish Gaelic
Madainn mhath, Ciamar a tha thu?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good morning" in Scottish Gaelic?
"Good morning" in Scottish Gaelic is "Madainn mhath". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Madainn mhath" written in Scottish Gaelic?
"Madainn mhath" is the standard written form in Scottish Gaelic, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Madainn mhath" in Scottish Gaelic?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Madainn mhath" 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 "Madainn mhath" mean in English?
"Madainn mhath" is the Scottish Gaelic 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 Scottish Gaelic?
Many languages — including Scottish Gaelic — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Madainn mhath" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Scottish Gaelic spoken?
Scottish Gaelic is spoken by an estimated 58,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Scottish Gaelic dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Scottish Gaelic dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Madainn mhath" or any other Scottish Gaelic text.