Fàilte gu Alba
everyday
To say "welcome to Scotland" in Scottish Gaelic, say Fàilte gu Alba. Fàilte means "welcome", gu means "to" and Alba is the Gaelic name for Scotland.
For a warmer welcome, add Fàilte mhòr, which means "a big welcome". You will see Fàilte on signs at ferry ports and airports in the Highlands and Islands.
Meaning: welcoming someone to Scotland (phrase)
How do you pronounce it?
The à is a long vowel, so Fàilte sounds close to "FAAL-chuh".
Did you know?
- The Gaelic name for Scotland, Alba, was also used in the Middle Ages for the kingdom north of the River Forth.
Examples in context
- Fàilte gu Alba!Welcome to Scotland!
- Fàilte mhòr oirbh uile.A big welcome to you all.
- Tha mi toilichte fàilte a chur oirbh.I am pleased to welcome you.
Example conversation
Iain meets his friend Kate at the airport in Inverness after her flight.
- IainFàilte gu Alba, a Kate!Welcome to Scotland, Kate!
- KateTapadh leibh, tha mi toilichte a bhith an seo.Thank you, I am happy to be here.
- IainThig còmhla rium, tha an càr deiseil.Come with me, the car is ready.
