How to Say “Ireland” in Gaelic

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Éire
The English phrase "Ireland" is translated into Gaelic as Éire.
Éire is the standard and most common way to say "Ireland" in Irish Gaelic and is used in formal contexts.
Meaning: country (name)

Did you know?

  • The name Éire is believed to be derived from the name of a mythological goddess, Ériu, who was one of the sovereignty goddesses of Ireland.
  • In the Irish language, Éire refers to the entire island, including Northern Ireland, rather than just the sovereign state.
  • In poetry and songs, the land is often called Éirinn, a version of the name that creates a more melodic sound for singing.

Examples in context

  • Tá an aimsir go hálainn in Éirinn inniu.
    The weather is beautiful in Ireland today.
  • Is aoibhinn liom Éirinn.
    I love Ireland.
  • Tá Éire go hiontach.
    Ireland is wonderful.

Example conversation

Callum and Mairead are discussing travel plans.

  1. Callum

    An bhfuil tú ag dul go dtí Éire an samhradh seo?
    Are you going to Ireland this summer?
  2. Mairead

    Tá, táim ag dul go dtí Éire an chloí.
    Yes, I am going to Ireland in July.
  3. Callum

    Go hiontach, is breá liom Éire.
    Great, I love Ireland.
  4. Mairead

    Is mór an cineál go bhfuil tú sásta.
    It's great that you are happy.
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