HeyRuaHow to say “advantage” in Irish
- Irish:
- buntáiste
- English:
- advantage, bargain
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BUN-taw-shtyuh” /ˈbˠʊn̪ˠt̪ˠɑːʃtʲə/
- Plural:
- buntáistí (advantages)
- Genitive singular:
- buntáiste, an bhuntáiste (e.g. ag baint buntáiste, taking advantage)
- Genitive plural:
- buntáistí, na mbuntáistí (e.g. liosta na mbuntáistí, the list of the advantages)
What does “buntáiste” mean?
“Buntáiste” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- advantage
- Something that puts you in a better position or is a benefit to you.Also: benefit, upper hand, plus.
1 other meaning: bargain
- 2bargain
- A gain or good deal, especially something got cheaply or for free.Also: good deal, gain, bonus.
Other Irish words for advantage: sochar (benefit)
“Buntáiste” with the article
The plural of advantage in Irish is buntáistí. Here is buntáiste after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Buntáiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using buntáiste, the Irish word for advantage.
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Advantage in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for advantage?
The Irish for advantage is buntáiste (pronounced “BUN-taw-shtyuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is buntáistí. Depending on context it can also mean bargain.
How do you pronounce buntáiste in Irish?
Buntáiste is said like “BUN-taw-shtyuh” (IPA /ˈbˠʊn̪ˠt̪ˠɑːʃtʲə/).
What is the plural of advantage in Irish?
The plural of buntáiste is buntáistí; with the article, na buntáistí means “the advantages”. The genitive plural is buntáistí, as in liosta na mbuntáistí (the list of the advantages).
Does buntáiste have more than one meaning?
Yes. Buntáiste can mean advantage or bargain, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does buntáiste change to bhuntáiste or mbuntáiste?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) buntáiste becomes mo bhuntáiste (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbuntáiste (eclipsis).
What is the opposite of 'buntáiste'?
The opposite is 'míbhuntáiste', meaning disadvantage.
How do I say 'take advantage of'?
Use 'buntáiste a bhaint as', for example 'bhain sé buntáiste as an deis', he took advantage of the opportunity.
