How to say “Good night” in Old English
The most common way to say “good night” in Old English. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Gōde nihte
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Old English
Gōde nihte, Hū eart þū?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Old English?
"Good night" in Old English is "Gōde nihte". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Gōde nihte" written in Old English?
Old English uses the Old English alphabet, an alphabet. "Gōde nihte" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "Gōde nihte" in Old English?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Gōde nihte" 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 "Gōde nihte" mean in English?
"Gōde nihte" is the Old English 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 Old English?
Many languages — including Old English — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Gōde nihte" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Is there a free Old English dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Old English dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Gōde nihte" or any other Old English text.