bain sult as do bhia
The Irish phrase for "bon appétit" is bain sult as do bhia.
This phrase is used to wish someone enjoyment of the meal they are about to eat.
Meaning: used to wish someone enjoyment of the meal they are about to eat (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase bain sult as do bhia literally translates to "take enjoyment out of your food".
Which one should you use?
While bain sult as do bhia is the full way to wish someone enjoyment of their meal, you may hear the shortened form bain sult as, which simply means "enjoy it" or "enjoy yourself".
How does it change in a sentence?
The form bain sult as do bhia is used when speaking to one person.
Did you know?
- The verb bain in this phrase has ancient roots in the words for 'striking' or 'beating' something.
- The phrase bain sult as is frequently used in modern Irish for things other than food, such as enjoying a movie or a holiday.
- The word sult does not just mean 'enjoyment' but can specifically refer to the 'zest' or 'relish' of a flavor.
Examples in context
- Bain sult as do bhia.Enjoy your meal.
- Bain sult as do bhia, a chara.Enjoy your meal, friend.
Example conversation
Aoife has just finished serving a warm soup to Cian at a cafe.
- AoifeSeo an sup ort.Here is the soup for you.
- CianGo raibh maith agat.Thank you.
- AoifeBain sult as do bhia!Enjoy your meal!
- CianGo raibh maith agat, a Aoife.Thank you, Aoife.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries as, bain, do, CC BY-SA 4.0.
