HeyRuaHow to say “angel” in Irish
- Irish:
- aingeal
- English:
- angel
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ANG-gyul” /ˈaɲɟəl̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- aingil (angels)
- Genitive singular:
- aingil, an aingil (e.g. sciatháin an aingil, the angel's wings)
- Genitive plural:
- aingeal, na n-aingeal (e.g. cór na n-aingeal, the choir of angels)
What does “aingeal” mean?
“Aingeal” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- angel
- A spiritual being believed to be a messenger of God.Also: spirit, heavenly being, messenger of god.
1 other meaning:
- 2angel
- A very kind, gentle or good person, often used affectionately.Also: darling, good person, sweetheart.
“Aingeal” with the article
The plural of angel in Irish is aingil. Here is aingeal after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Aingeal” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aingeal, the Irish word for angel.
Other nouns in Irish
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Angel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for angel?
The Irish for angel is aingeal (pronounced “ANG-gyul”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is aingil.
How do you pronounce aingeal in Irish?
Aingeal is said like “ANG-gyul” (IPA /ˈaɲɟəl̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of angel in Irish?
The plural of aingeal is aingil; with the article, na haingil means “the angels”. The genitive plural is aingeal, as in cór na n-aingeal (the choir of angels).
Why does aingeal sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-aingeal (the angel), a haingeal (her angel), a n-aingeal (their angel), na haingil (the angels).
How do I say 'guardian angel' in Irish?
Use 'aingeal coimhdeachta', for example 'm'aingeal coimhdeachta', my guardian angel.
What is the adjective from 'aingeal'?
The adjective is 'aingliúil' or 'ainglí', meaning angelic, as in 'aghaidh aingliúil'.
