How to say “How are you?” in Breton
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Breton. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Penaos emaoc'h?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Breton
Demat, Penaos emaoc'h?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Breton?
"How are you?" in Breton is "Penaos emaoc'h?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Penaos emaoc'h?" written in Breton?
"Penaos emaoc'h?" is the standard written form in Breton, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Penaos emaoc'h?" in Breton?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Penaos emaoc'h?" 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 "Penaos emaoc'h?" mean in English?
"Penaos emaoc'h?" is the Breton way of saying "How are you?" 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 "How are you?" in Breton?
Many languages — including Breton — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Penaos emaoc'h?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Breton spoken?
Breton is spoken by an estimated 200,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Breton dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Breton dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Penaos emaoc'h?" or any other Breton text.