HeyRuaHow to say “appendix” in Irish
- Irish:
- aguisín
- English:
- appendix, addition
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AG-ish-een” /ˈaɡɪʃiːnʲ/
- Plural:
- aguisíní (appendices)
- Genitive singular:
- aguisín, an aguisín (e.g. teideal an aguisín, the title of the appendix)
- Genitive plural:
- aguisíní, na n-aguisíní (e.g. liosta na n-aguisíní, the list of appendices)
What does “aguisín” mean?
“Aguisín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- appendix
- A section of extra material added at the end of a book or document.Also: addendum, annex, supplement.
1 other meaning: addition
- 2addition
- Something added on to something else, such as an extra clause or remark.Also: rider, tag, add-on.
“Aguisín” with the article
The plural of appendix in Irish is aguisíní. Here is aguisín after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Aguisín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aguisín, the Irish word for appendix.
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Appendix in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for appendix?
The Irish for appendix is aguisín (pronounced “AG-ish-een”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is aguisíní. Depending on context it can also mean addition.
How do you pronounce aguisín in Irish?
Aguisín is said like “AG-ish-een” (IPA /ˈaɡɪʃiːnʲ/).
What is the plural of appendix in Irish?
The plural of aguisín is aguisíní; with the article, na haguisíní means “the appendices”. The genitive plural is aguisíní, as in liosta na n-aguisíní (the list of appendices).
Does aguisín have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aguisín can mean appendix or addition, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does aguisín sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-aguisín (the appendix), a haguisín (her appendix), a n-aguisín (their appendix), na haguisíní (the appendices).
Can 'aguisín' mean the appendix in the body?
No, the body part is 'aipindic'; 'aguisín' is an appendix in a book or document.
