- Native name
- Gaeilge
- Speakers
- About 1.7 million
- Language family
- Indo-European, Celtic
- Script
- Latin
- Spoken in
- Ireland
- Voices on Speechma
- 8 (1 female, 7 male)
- Accents
- 1
About the Irish language
Irish (Gaeilge) is the first official language of Ireland and an official language of the European Union. It is taught in every Irish school and has three main dialects: Munster, Connacht and Ulster.
Irish is spoken by about 1.7 million people and belongs to the Indo-European, Celtic language family. On Speechma you can choose from 8 Irish voices: 6 HD voices and 2 standard voices. Every voice has its own page with a real sample, so you can compare them before you start.
Which Irish voice should you choose?
- For videos, audiobooks and ads: start with the 6 HD voices, such as Adam Irish HD and Elliot Irish HD. They have the richest, most natural sound.
- For long documents, lessons and phone messages: the 2 standard voices, such as Colm and Orla, stay clear and consistent over long texts.
Quick picks: the best Irish voice for each job
| Need | Voice | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Narration and audiobooks | Adam Irish HD | Male · HD voice |
| Female voice | Orla | Female · Ireland · Standard voice |
| Male voice | Adam Irish HD | Male · HD voice |
| Long documents | Colm | Male · Ireland · Standard voice |
All Irish HD voices (6)
All Irish standard voices (2)
How to write Irish text that sounds natural
- Keep the fada (á, é, í, ó, ú); it lengthens the vowel.
- Initial mutations such as "bhean" are read correctly as written.
- Short sentences give the most natural result.
What people make with Irish voices
- Video voiceoversNarration for YouTube, TikTok and Reels in Irish, without recording yourself.
- Audiobooks and storiesTurn Irish books, blog posts and short stories into audio.
- E-learningLessons, courses and language practice with clear Irish pronunciation.
- Ads and announcementsRadio spots, product videos and store announcements for Irish-speaking audiences.
- AccessibilityLet people listen to websites, documents and messages instead of reading them.
- Phone menus (IVR)Professional greetings and menu prompts in Irish.
Try an Irish line
Paste this into the tool above and pick any voice to hear it:
Tá tú ag éisteacht le Speechma. Is féidir leis an nguth seo do chuid físeán a insint, do chuid closleabhar a léamh, agus beocht a chur i ngach scéal le fuaim nádúrtha ar chaighdeán stiúideo. Questions about Irish text to speech
How many Irish voices are there?
8: 6 HD voices and 2 standard voices.
What is the most natural Irish voice?
Start with Adam Irish HD and the other HD voices; they have the most human sound. Each voice page has a sample so you can compare.
Can I write in Gaeilge?
Yes. Type or paste your text in Irish using the normal Latin script.
Is Irish text to speech free?
Yes. All Irish voices are free on Speechma, with no sign-up.
Can I download Irish audio as MP3?
Yes. Press Generate, then Download to save an MP3 you can use in any editor.
Can I use Irish AI voices commercially?
Yes. Audio you create can be used in your videos, podcasts, ads and products. See the terms.
