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