HeyRuaHow to say “agreement” in Irish
- Irish:
- aontú
- English:
- agreement, union
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- aontaigh, to agree (ag aontú, agreeing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AYN-too” /ˈeːn̪ˠt̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- aontaithe, an aontaithe (e.g. comhartha an aontaithe, the sign of the agreement)
What does “aontú” mean?
“Aontú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- agreement
- The act of agreeing or consenting to something; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'aontaigh'.Also: agreeing, consent, assent, accord.
1 other meaning: union
- 2union
- The act of uniting or joining things together into one.Also: uniting, unification, joining.
Other Irish words for agreement: conradh (contract), comhaontú (agreement), socraíocht (settlement)
“Aontú” as a verbal noun
After ag, aontú means agreeing: it is the verbal noun of the verb aontaigh (to agree). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Aontú” with the article
Here is aontú after the article (an t-alt).
“Aontú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aontú, the Irish word for agreement.
Other nouns in Irish
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Agreement in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for agreement?
The Irish for agreement is aontú (pronounced “AYN-too”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean union.
How do you pronounce aontú in Irish?
Aontú is said like “AYN-too” (IPA /ˈeːn̪ˠt̪ˠuː/).
Does aontú have a plural?
No plural form is given for aontú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does aontú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aontú can mean agreement or union, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does aontú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-aontú (the agreement), a haontú (her agreement), a n-aontú (their agreement).
What is the difference between 'aontú' and 'comhaontú'?
'Aontú' is the act of agreeing or consenting, while 'comhaontú' usually means a formal agreement or pact, as in 'Comhaontú Aoine an Chéasta' (the Good Friday Agreement).
How do I say 'I agree' in Irish?
Use the verb: 'aontaím leat' means 'I agree with you'; 'aontú' is the noun form.
