How to say “How are you?” in Scottish Gaelic
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Scottish Gaelic. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Ciamar a tha thu?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Scottish Gaelic
Halò, Ciamar a tha thu?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Scottish Gaelic?
"How are you?" in Scottish Gaelic is "Ciamar a tha thu?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Ciamar a tha thu?" written in Scottish Gaelic?
"Ciamar a tha thu?" is the standard written form in Scottish Gaelic, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Ciamar a tha thu?" in Scottish Gaelic?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Ciamar a tha thu?" 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 "Ciamar a tha thu?" mean in English?
"Ciamar a tha thu?" is the Scottish Gaelic 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 Scottish Gaelic?
Many languages — including Scottish Gaelic — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Ciamar a tha thu?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Scottish Gaelic spoken?
Scottish Gaelic is spoken by an estimated 58,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Scottish Gaelic dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Scottish Gaelic dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Ciamar a tha thu?" or any other Scottish Gaelic text.