HeyRuaHow to say “band” in Irish
- Irish:
- díorma
- English:
- band, detachment
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DEER-uh-muh” /ˈdʲiːɾˠəmˠə/
- Plural:
- díormaí (bands)
- Genitive singular:
- díorma, an díorma (e.g. ceannaire an díorma, leader of the troop)
- Genitive plural:
- díormaí, na ndíormaí (e.g. ceannairí na ndíormaí, leaders of the troops)
What does “díorma” mean?
“Díorma” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- band
- A group or company of people, especially one moving or acting together.Also: troop, company, group, party.
“Díorma” with the article
The plural of band in Irish is díormaí. Here is díorma after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Díorma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using díorma, the Irish word for band.
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Band in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for band?
The Irish for band is díorma (pronounced “DEER-uh-muh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is díormaí. Depending on context it can also mean detachment.
How do you pronounce díorma in Irish?
Díorma is said like “DEER-uh-muh” (IPA /ˈdʲiːɾˠəmˠə/).
What is the plural of band in Irish?
The plural of díorma is díormaí; with the article, na díormaí means “the bands”. The genitive plural is díormaí, as in ceannairí na ndíormaí (leaders of the troops).
Does díorma have more than one meaning?
Yes. Díorma can mean band or detachment, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does díorma change to dhíorma or ndíorma?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) díorma becomes mo dhíorma (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndíorma (eclipsis).
How is 'díorma' different from 'buíon'?
'Buíon' is the general word for a band or company of people, while 'díorma' often suggests a troop or detachment, especially of soldiers, and is more literary.
