How to Say “Leave Me Alone” in Irish

By Penelope Ivy • Updated October 2, 2026

fág i m'aonar mé

The Irish phrase for "leave me alone" is fág i m'aonar mé.

This phrase is used when you want someone to stop talking to you.

Meaning: stop talking to me (phrase)

Did you know?

While fág means 'leave' in this phrase, its Proto-Celtic root actually meant 'take' or 'hold'.
The word aonar in this phrase refers specifically to being the only person present rather than the feeling of being lonely.
To tell someone to leave them alone, an Irish speaker might ignore the concept of 'leaving' entirely and use an idiom centered on the word 'quiet'.

Example conversation

Cian is annoyed while Saoirse is asking him too many questions.

Cian

Cá bhfuil do chuid leabhair?
Where are your books?
Saoirse

Tá siad sa bhagáir.
They are in the bag.
Cian

Cén fáth a bhfuil tú ag gáire?
Why are you laughing?
Saoirse

Saoirse, fág i m'aonar mé!
Saoirse, leave me alone!

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries fág, mé, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Penelope Ivy

Hi, I'm Penelope (or Penelope in English). Sláinte! That's "health" in Irish! As a passionate language enthusiast, I spend my time exploring the beauty of the Irish language and culture. From 'antler' to 'zero', and from colloquial expressions to formal variations, I've written about it all. Apart from my love for linguistics, I enjoy gardening and a good stroll in the countryside. Oh, and did I mention horse riding? Yes, I cherish those moments of connection with nature. If I'm not immersed in my Irish studies, you'll find me buried in a gripping book or experimenting in the kitchen.

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