🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "I need help" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Teastaíonn cabhair uaim
"I need help" in Irish · say it like chass-taw-inn kaw-ir oo-im

The most natural way to say "I need help" in Irish is Teastaíonn cabhair uaim. 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

Ba mhaith liom cabhair
A more polite way to ask for help
Gabh mo leithscéal, tá cabhair de dhíth orm
A formal way to express needing help

When to use it

Use this phrase when you are in need of assistance. It can be used in both casual and formal situations. It is appropriate to use when asking for help from friends, family, or even strangers.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Teastaíonn cabhair uaim le mo thasc.I need help with my task.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'uaim' at the end, which indicates 'from me'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Teastaíonn cabhair uaim, 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

How do I ask for help in a store?

You can say 'An féidir leat cabhrú liom?' which means 'Can you help me?'

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