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Blessed Sacrament in Irish (Naomhshacraimint): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for Blessed Sacrament is Naomhshacraimint, a feminine noun.
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How to say “Blessed Sacrament” in Irish

Irish:
Naomhshacraimint
English:
Blessed Sacrament
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine
Pronunciation:
“NAYV-hak-rə-mint”  /ˈn̪ˠeːwˌhakˠɾˠəmʲənʲtʲ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
Naomhshacraiminte, na Naomhshacraiminte (e.g. Adhradh na Naomhshacraiminte, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament)

What does “Naomhshacraimint” mean?

Blessed Sacrament
The consecrated bread of the Eucharist, especially as reserved and adored in a Catholic church.Also: Holy Sacrament, Eucharist, host.

“Naomhshacraimint” with the article

Here is Naomhshacraimint after the article (an t-alt).

an Naomhshacraimint
the Blessed Sacrament
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“Naomhshacraimint” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using Naomhshacraimint, the Irish word for Blessed Sacrament.

Tá an Naomhshacraimint ar an altóir inniu.
The Blessed Sacrament is on the altar today.
Chuaigh sí isteach chun cuairt a thabhairt ar an Naomhshacraimint.
She went in to visit the Blessed Sacrament.
Bíonn adhradh na Naomhshacraiminte ann gach Déardaoin.
There is adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday.
Shléacht an sagart os comhair na Naomhshacraiminte.
The priest genuflected before the Blessed Sacrament.
Coinnítear an Naomhshacraimint sa taibernacal.
The Blessed Sacrament is kept in the tabernacle.
Bhí mórshiúl leis an Naomhshacraimint tríd an mbaile.
There was a procession with the Blessed Sacrament through the town.
Las siad coinneal in ómós don Naomhshacraimint.
They lit a candle in honour of the Blessed Sacrament.

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Blessed Sacrament in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for Blessed Sacrament?

The Irish for Blessed Sacrament is Naomhshacraimint (pronounced “NAYV-hak-rə-mint”). It’s a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce Naomhshacraimint in Irish?

Naomhshacraimint is said like “NAYV-hak-rə-mint” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠeːwˌhakˠɾˠəmʲənʲtʲ/).

Does Naomhshacraimint have a plural?

No. Naomhshacraimint is a name, so it is used in the singular only.

How does Naomhshacraimint differ from sacraimint?

Sacraimint is any of the seven sacraments, while an Naomhshacraimint refers specifically to the consecrated Eucharist, usually written with a capital letter.

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