Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| turas math dhut | |
| turas math dhuibh | |
| turas math leibh | |
| turas math leat | informal, singular |
This phrase is used as an interjection to wish someone a good journey. For a more formal expression that literally means "Safe journey", you can use Taisteal slán.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase turas math dhut literally means "good journey to you".
Which one should you use?
The choice between forms depends on who you are addressing and the level of formality. turas math dhut is the polite or formal singular form, while turas math leat is the informal singular version. When addressing a group, turas math dhuibh is the polite or formal plural form.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
To address one person, use turas math dhut to be polite or turas math leat for an informal setting. When addressing multiple people, use the polite form turas math dhuibh for formal situations.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular informal form turas math leat literally translates to "good journey with you".
Did you know?
- The root of turas originally implied not just any travel, but specifically a 'pilgrimage' or a significant expedition.
Examples in context
- Turas math dhut an t-samhradh seo.Have a good journey this summer.
Example conversation
Hamish is saying goodbye to Catriona at the airport.
- HamishTuras math dhut, a Chatriona!Have a good trip, Catriona!
- CatrionaTapadh leat, a Hamish.Thank you, Hamish.
- HamishCuimhnigh postcard a chur chuigim.Remember to send me a postcard.
- CatrionaNìim sin, gu dearbh!I will certainly do that!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bon voyage” translations and entries turas math dhut, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dhuibh, dhut, leat, leibh, math, turas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
