“Congratulations” in Irish
It’s always great to congratulate a family member or friend for doing well, and what could be better than doing so in Irish?! In this video, Múinteoir Jamie helps us to learn how to say “Congratulations” (Comhghairdeachas) in Irish…
How to say "Congratulations" in Irish
The word “Comhghairdeachas” is a compound word of “comh-” and “gairdeachas”, meaning “joy” or “gladness” (you will also encounter the slightly shorter alternative, and more standardised word, “Comhghairdeas”).
The Irish language distinguishes between “you” singular and “you” plural. When speaking directly to one person, you might say “Comhghairdeachas leat!”, and to a group of people, “Comhghairdeachas libh!” This can be supplemented with a phrase such as “ó chroí” (from the heart), for added emphasis, e.g. Comhghairdeachas ó chroí leat, a chara! (A hearty congratulations, friend!).
Other phrases you could use to praise someone include “Maith thú!” (well done), “Bulaí fir!” (good man) and “Maith an bhean!” (good woman).
Watch this video to practice your pronunciation of the word “Comhghairdeachas”. The next step after this is to speak with someone else, so come along to our next Free Workshop or join a 7-week Introductory course – beidh fáilte romhat!
Samplaí Eile / Other Examples:
– Comhghairdeachas ar bhur ngealltanas = Congratulations on your engagement!
– Comhghairdeachas ó chroí le buaiteoirí Cluiche Ceannais na hÉireann = Congratulations to the All-Ireland Final winners!
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