How to say “Good night” in Sami (North)
The most common way to say “good night” in Sami (North). Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Buorre idja
In a sentence
English
Good night, how are you?
Sami (North)
Buorre idja, Mo don leat?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good night" in Sami (North)?
"Good night" in Sami (North) is "Buorre idja". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Buorre idja" written in Sami (North)?
"Buorre idja" is the standard written form in Sami (North), rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Buorre idja" in Sami (North)?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Buorre idja" 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 "Buorre idja" mean in English?
"Buorre idja" is the Sami (North) 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 Sami (North)?
Many languages — including Sami (North) — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Buorre idja" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Sami (North) spoken?
Sami (North) is spoken by an estimated 25,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Sami (North) dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Sami (North) dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Buorre idja" or any other Sami (North) text.