🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Conas atá tú?
"How are you?" in Irish · say it like kun-us ah-taw too

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Irish is Conas atá tú?. 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

Conas atá sibh?
Use this when addressing more than one person.
Cad é mar atá tú?
A more casual way to ask, often used among friends.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone you know. It is a friendly way to check in on someone's well-being. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Conas atá tú inniu?How are you today?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct form based on whether they are speaking to one person or more.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Conas atá tú?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Irish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to use this phrase with strangers?

Yes, it is polite and friendly to use with strangers.

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