Dia duit
everyday, to one person
The Irish for "hello" is Dia duit, which sounds like "DEE-uh gwit" and means "God to you". The reply is Dia is Muire duit.
Meaning: greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Irish | Note |
|---|---|
| Dia duit | everyday, to one person |
| Dia is Muire duit | reply |
Use Dia duit with one person. For several people say Dia daoibh.
How does it change in a sentence?
The reply Dia is Muire duit means "God and Mary to you".
How do you pronounce it?
The d in duit becomes a "g" sound after Dia, so it comes out as "gwit" and not "ditch". The Dia part is two quick syllables, "DEE-uh".
Did you know?
- Dia duit is an old blessing, which is why the reply adds Muire, the Irish form of Mary.
Examples in context
- Dia duit, a Phádraig.Hello, Pádraig.
- Dia is Muire duit.Hello to you too.
- Dia daoibh, a chairde.Hello, friends.
Example conversation
Máire greets her teacher Mr Ó Briain at the school gate in Kerry.
- MáireDia duit, a mháistir.Hello, teacher.
- Mr Ó BriainDia is Muire duit, a Mháire.Hello, Máire.
- MáireConas atá tú?How are you?
