HeyRuaHow to say “abstention” in Irish
- Irish:
- staonadh
- English:
- abstention, abstinence
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- staon, to abstain (ag staonadh, abstaining)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “STAY-noo” /ˈst̪ˠeːn̪ˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- staonta, an staonta (e.g. lá staonta, a day of abstinence)
What does “staonadh” mean?
“Staonadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- abstention
- The verbal noun of 'staon': the act of abstaining or refraining from something, such as voting, drink or food.Also: abstaining, refraining, abstinence.
1 other meaning: abstinence
- 2abstinence
- The practice of keeping yourself from something, especially alcohol.Also: temperance, self-denial.
“Staonadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, staonadh means abstaining: it is the verbal noun of the verb staon (to abstain). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Staonadh” with the article
Here is staonadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Staonadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using staonadh, the Irish word for abstention.
Other nouns in Irish
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Abstention in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for abstention?
The Irish for abstention is staonadh (pronounced “STAY-noo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean abstinence.
How do you pronounce staonadh in Irish?
Staonadh is said like “STAY-noo” (IPA /ˈst̪ˠeːn̪ˠə/).
Does staonadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for staonadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does staonadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Staonadh can mean abstention or abstinence, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say someone abstained in a vote?
Use the verb: 'Staon sé ón vótáil' (he abstained from voting); the noun 'staonadh' means the abstention itself.
