How to say “Good night” in Irish
The most common way to say “good night” in Irish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Oíche mhaith
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Irish
Oíche mhaith, Conas atá tú?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Irish?
"Good night" in Irish is "Oíche mhaith". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Oíche mhaith" written in Irish?
"Oíche mhaith" is the standard written form in Irish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Oíche mhaith" in Irish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Oíche 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 "Oíche mhaith" mean in English?
"Oíche mhaith" is the Irish way of saying "Good night" 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 night" in Irish?
Many languages — including Irish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Oíche 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 "Oíche mhaith" or any other Irish text.