HeyRuaHow to say “basic meaning” in Irish
- Irish:
- bunbhrí
- English:
- basic meaning, essence
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “BUN-vree” /ˈbˠʊnˠˌvʲɾʲiː/
- Plural:
- bunbhríonna
- Genitive singular:
- bunbhrí, na bunbhrí (e.g. míniú na bunbhrí, explanation of the basic meaning)
- Genitive plural:
- bunbhríonna, na mbunbhríonna (e.g. míniú na mbunbhríonna, the explanation of the basic meanings)
What does “bunbhrí” mean?
“Bunbhrí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- basic meaning
- The original or fundamental meaning of a word or statement.Also: original meaning, primary sense, root meaning, literal meaning.
1 other meaning: essence
- 2essence
- The underlying point or gist of something said or written.Also: gist, substance, underlying meaning.
“Bunbhrí” with the article
The plural of basic meaning in Irish is bunbhríonna. Here is bunbhrí after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Bunbhrí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bunbhrí, the Irish word for basic meaning.
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Basic meaning in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for basic meaning?
The Irish for basic meaning is bunbhrí (pronounced “BUN-vree”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is bunbhríonna. Depending on context it can also mean essence.
How do you pronounce bunbhrí in Irish?
Bunbhrí is said like “BUN-vree” (IPA /ˈbˠʊnˠˌvʲɾʲiː/).
What is the plural of basic meaning in Irish?
The plural of bunbhrí is bunbhríonna; with the article, it is na bunbhríonna. The genitive plural is bunbhríonna, as in míniú na mbunbhríonna (the explanation of the basic meanings).
Does bunbhrí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bunbhrí can mean basic meaning or essence, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bunbhrí change to bhunbhrí or mbunbhrí?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bunbhrí becomes mo bhunbhrí (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbunbhrí (eclipsis).
How is 'bunbhrí' different from 'brí'?
'Brí' is meaning in general (also energy), while 'bunbhrí' specifically means the basic or original meaning, from 'bun' (base) plus 'brí'.
