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How to Make Small Talk in Irish about the Weather

How to Talk About the Weather in Irish 

 

Be able to say that it's lashing rain in Irish, and much more.  

 

Dia duit! In this video, join us as we learn how to make small talk like a native speaker – all about the weather!

 

Whether you're planning a trip to the Gaeltacht,  want to impress, or use them at home with the páistí, these five essential phrases will have you confidently chatting about the weather in no time.

 

🌦️ Weather Phrases in Irish 🌦️

  1. The weather is/was atrocious
  2. The weather is taking a turn for the better
  3. It was bucketing down
  4. It will rain soon
  5. I hope to goodness that it won't rain

 


1. The weather is/was atrocious

Bhí an aimsir uafásach

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2. The weather is taking a turn for the better

Tá an aimsir ag éirí níos fearr

Tá an aimsir ag dul  i bhfeabhas

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3. It was bucketing down

Bhí sé ag stealladh

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4. It will rain soon

Tosóidh sé ag cur báistí go luath

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5. I hope to goodness that it won't rain

Tá súil le Dia agam nach mbeidh báisteach ann

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