HeyRuaHow to say “band” in Irish
- Irish:
- banna
- English:
- band, bond
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BAN-uh” /ˈbˠan̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- bannaí (bands)
- Genitive singular:
- banna, an bhanna (e.g. ceannaire an bhanna, leader of the band)
- Genitive plural:
- bannaí, na mbannaí (e.g. comórtas na mbannaí, the band competition)
What does “banna” mean?
“Banna” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- band
- A group of musicians who play together, such as a brass band or a rock band.Also: music group, musical band, group.
“Banna” with the article
The plural of band in Irish is bannaí. Here is banna after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Banna” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using banna, the Irish word for band.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Band in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for band?
The Irish for band is banna (pronounced “BAN-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is bannaí. Depending on context it can also mean bond.
How do you pronounce banna in Irish?
Banna is said like “BAN-uh” (IPA /ˈbˠan̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of band in Irish?
The plural of banna is bannaí; with the article, na bannaí means “the bands”. The genitive plural is bannaí, as in comórtas na mbannaí (the band competition).
Does banna have more than one meaning?
Yes. Banna can mean band or bond, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does banna change to bhanna or mbanna?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) banna becomes mo bhanna (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbanna (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'banna' and 'banda'?
'Banna' is the usual word for a musical band, while 'banda' usually means a strip or band of material, such as a rubber band.
