🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "Good evening" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tráthnóna maith
"Good evening" in Irish · say it like traw-naw-na mah

The most natural way to say "Good evening" in Irish is Tráthnóna maith. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Tráthnóna mhaith
a slightly more formal version
Dia dhuit san oíche
used when greeting someone in the evening

When to use it

You can use this phrase in the evening when meeting someone. It is a polite way to greet someone after the day has passed. It is suitable for both formal and casual settings.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Tráthnóna maith, a chara.Good evening, my friend.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'tráthnóna' with 'tráthnóna' in the plural form.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is suitable for both formal and informal occasions.

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