🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "Of course" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ar ndóigh
"Of course" in Irish · say it like ar no-gee

The most natural way to say "Of course" in Irish is Ar ndóigh. 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

Cinnte
more casual, often used in everyday conversation
Go deimhin
more formal, used to emphasize certainty

When to use it

Use 'Ar ndóigh' when you want to affirm something positively. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts. You can use it in conversations, discussions, or when responding to questions.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "Of course" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Ar ndóigh, tá sé ag teacht.Of course, he is coming.
Ar ndóigh, is maith liom an t-amhrán sin.Of course, I like that song.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Ar ndóigh' with 'Cinnte', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'Cinnte' is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ar ndóigh, 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 'Ar ndóigh' used in formal writing?

Yes, it can be used in both formal and informal writing.

Learn Irish by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.