🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "How old are you?" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Cé mhéad aois atá tú?
"How old are you?" in Irish · say it like kay vhayd ee-sh tah too

The most natural way to say "How old are you?" in Irish is Cé mhéad aois 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

Cé chomh h-aois atá tú?
A more formal way to ask.
Cén aois thú?
A casual and regional variant.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to ask someone their age. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. You can use it with friends, family, or acquaintances.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Cé mhéad aois atá tú?How old are you?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'atá' which is essential for the sentence structure.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it rude to ask someone's age?

It can be considered impolite in some contexts, so be mindful of the situation.

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