HeyRuaHow to say “Arab” in Irish
- Irish:
- Arabach
- English:
- Arab, Arabian horse
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AR-uh-bukh” /ˈaɾˠəbˠəx/
- Plural:
- Arabaigh (Arabs)
- Genitive singular:
- Arabaigh, an Arabaigh (e.g. teach an Arabaigh, the Arab's house)
- Genitive plural:
- Arabach, na nArabach (e.g. teanga na nArabach, the language of the Arabs)
What does “Arabach” mean?
“Arabach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- Arab
- A person belonging to one of the Arabic-speaking peoples of the Middle East and North Africa.Also: Arabian, Arab person.
1 other meaning: Arabian horse
- 2Arabian horse
- A horse of the Arabian breed, known for its speed and endurance.Also: Arab horse, Arabian.
“Arabach” with the article
The plural of Arab in Irish is Arabaigh. Here is Arabach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Arabach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Arabach, the Irish word for Arab.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Arab in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Arab?
The Irish for Arab is Arabach (pronounced “AR-uh-bukh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is Arabaigh. Depending on context it can also mean Arabian horse.
How do you pronounce Arabach in Irish?
Arabach is said like “AR-uh-bukh” (IPA /ˈaɾˠəbˠəx/).
What is the plural of Arab in Irish?
The plural of Arabach is Arabaigh; with the article, na hArabaigh means “the Arabs”. The genitive plural is Arabach, as in teanga na nArabach (the language of the Arabs).
Does Arabach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Arabach can mean Arab or Arabian horse, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does Arabach sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an tArabach (the Arab), a hArabach (her Arab), a nArabach (their Arab), na hArabaigh (the Arabs).
What is the difference between Arabach and Araibis?
Arabach is an Arab person (and also the adjective Arabian), while Araibis is the Arabic language.
