🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "I'm tired" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tá tuirse orm
"I'm tired" in Irish · say it like taw tir-sha orm

The most natural way to say "I'm tired" in Irish is Tá tuirse orm. 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

Tá mé tuirseach
A more formal way to express tiredness.
Tá mé brón orm
Used when feeling emotionally tired or down.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you are feeling tired physically or mentally. It can be used in casual conversations with friends or family. It is a straightforward way to communicate your state of being without needing to elaborate.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Tá tuirse orm tar éis an lae fada.I am tired after the long day.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'tuirse' with 'brón', which means sadness, so be careful with context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Tá tuirse orm, 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 say I'm very tired in Irish?

You can say 'Tá mé an-tuirseach' for emphasis.

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