Common Irish Words and Phrases
If you are looking to expand on your basic Irish vocabulary, especially when it comes to the more common words and phrases in the language, then you've come to the right page.
This page will teach you such useful words and phrases like Yes, No, and Maybe, plus How are you? and I am well. You will also find the Irish to English translations for Thank you and You're welcome, plus a section for asking and answering about a person's name. If you find these translations helpful, then feel free to check back in the future as we add new translations as we are able.
Common Words and Phrases in Irish:
Words in bold added during the last update. You can also view this list of common words from English to Irish.
Saying Yes, No, and Maybe in Irish
Tá ➔ Yes
Níl ➔ No
B'fhéidir ➔ Maybe
Asking About a Person's Wellbeing in Irish
Conas atá tú? ➔ How are you?
Tá mé go breá. ➔ I am fine.
Tá mé go maith. ➔ I am well.
Saying Thank You in Irish
Go raibh maith agat. ➔ Thank you.
Tá fáilte romhat. ➔ You're welcome.
What is Your Name? in Irish
Cad is ainm duit? ➔ What is your name?
Cad is ainm duitse? ➔ What is your name?
(name) is ainm dom. ➔ (name) is my name.
Seo í (name). ➔ This is (name).
Asking, Do You Speak Irish?
An bhfuil Gaeilge agat? ➔ Do you speak Irish?
*Common Irish words and phrases last updated: January 26, 2025.
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