Latha math
greeting
To say "good day" in Scottish Gaelic you say Latha math. When wishing someone a good day, add dhut for one person or dhuibh for several. It is also called Latha math dhut.
Meaning: friendly day greeting or wish (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| Latha math | greeting |
| Latha math dhut | to one person |
It is less common than the greetings for the time of day. Many speakers prefer Madainn mhath in the morning and Feasgar math after midday.
What does it mean word for word?
Latha means "day" and math means "good".
How does it change in a sentence?
To say that the day is good, use the verb: Tha an latha math.
Did you know?
- The Gaelic word for "today" is an-diugh.
Examples in context
- Latha math dhut!Have a good day!
- Tha an latha math an-diugh.The day is good today.
Example conversation
Two friends part after talking in the street.
- MairiLatha math dhut.Have a good day.
- CalumTapadh leat, mar sin leat.Thank you, bye.
- MairiMar sin leat.Bye.
