How to say “Hello” in Cornish
The most common way to say “hello” in Cornish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Dydh da
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Cornish
Dydh da, Fatla genes?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Cornish?
"Hello" in Cornish is "Dydh da". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Dydh da" written in Cornish?
"Dydh da" is the standard written form in Cornish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Dydh da" in Cornish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Dydh da" 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 "Dydh da" mean in English?
"Dydh da" is the Cornish way of saying "Hello" 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 "Hello" in Cornish?
Many languages — including Cornish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Dydh da" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Cornish spoken?
Cornish is spoken by an estimated 1,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Cornish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Cornish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Dydh da" or any other Cornish text.