How to say “Good night” in Pirate English
The most common way to say “good night” in Pirate English. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Rest yer bones, matey.
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Pirate English
Rest yer bones, matey., How fare ye, matey?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Pirate English?
"Good night" in Pirate English is "Rest yer bones, matey.". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Rest yer bones, matey." written in Pirate English?
"Rest yer bones, matey." is the standard written form in Pirate English, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Rest yer bones, matey." in Pirate English?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Rest yer bones, matey." 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 "Rest yer bones, matey." mean in English?
"Rest yer bones, matey." is the Pirate 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 Pirate English?
Many languages — including Pirate English — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Rest yer bones, matey." is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.