HeyRuaHow to say “affection” in Irish
- Irish:
- cion
- English:
- affection, regard
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “kyun” /cɪnˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- ceana, an cheana (e.g. comhartha an cheana, the token of affection)
What does “cion” mean?
“Cion” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- affection
- A feeling of love or fondness for someone or something.Also: love, fondness, liking.
1 other meaning: regard
The same spelling has its own page as:
“Cion” with the article
Here is cion after the article (an t-alt).
“Cion” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cion, the Irish word for affection.
Other nouns in Irish
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Affection in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for affection?
The Irish for affection is cion (pronounced “kyun”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean regard.
How do you pronounce cion in Irish?
Cion is said like “kyun” (IPA /cɪnˠ/).
Does cion have a plural?
No plural form is given for cion in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cion have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cion can mean affection or regard, depending on context; the first is the most common. Cion also has its own entry as a noun, masculine meaning offence. Cion also has its own entry as a noun, masculine meaning share.
Why does cion change to chion or gcion?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cion becomes mo chion (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcion (eclipsis).
How do I say I am fond of someone using 'cion'?
Use 'tá cion agam ar': 'Tá cion agam ar Sheán' means 'I am fond of Seán'.
Is 'cion' the same as 'cion' meaning a crime?
No, that is a separate word (gen. ciona, pl. cionta) meaning offence. 'Cion' meaning affection has the genitive 'ceana', as in 'comhartha ceana'.
