How to Say “Yum” in Gaelic

By Anne Rose • Updated October 7, 2026

sgonn

The Gaelic word for "yum" is sgonn.

The term sgonn is used as an interjection to indicate delight or pleasure regarding the flavor of food.

Meaning: indicating delight at the flavor of food (intj)

Did you know?

The word sgonn shares a common ancestor with the English word 'scathe', which refers to injury or harm.
The word sgonn has a linguistic history that is the exact opposite of its current meaning. While it now expresses delight, its ancient roots are tied to the concept of 'harm' or 'damage'.

Example conversation

Angus and Isla are eating dinner together.

Angus

Sgonn, tha an t-iasg seo glè math.
Yum, this fish is very good.
Isla

Tha e sgoinneil, a anghus.
It is wonderful, Angus.
Angus

An tòisich thu air an t-aran?
Did you start on the bread?
Isla

Cha do thòisich mi fhathast.
I haven't started yet.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry sgonn, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries sgonn, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Anne Rose

Hello there! I'm Anne, a passionate advocate for the Gaelic language, and culture. My hobbies include writing comprehensive guides about Gaelic words, phrases, and their proper usage. Be it simple terms like 'cara,' Irish for friend, or endearing expressions like 'anam cara,' which translates to soul friend, I've a knack for explaining it all. When I'm not writing, you could find me concocting delicious Irish recipes, or simply enjoying mother nature. Biadh, meaning food, and bheatha, meaning life, sums up my philosophy entirely. Stop by for a visit, mo chairde (my friends)! Let's uncover the magical world of Gaelic together.

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