HeyRuaHow to say “Burma” in Irish
- Irish:
- Burma
- English:
- Burma
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BUR-muh” /ˈbˠʊɾˠəmˠə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Burma (e.g. muintir Bhurma, the people of Burma)
What does “Burma” mean?
- Burma
- Burma, a country in Southeast Asia, officially called Myanmar.Also: Myanmar.
“Burma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Burma, the Irish word for Burma.
Tá Burma san Áise Thoir Theas.
Burma is in Southeast Asia.
Chaith mé mí i mBurma anuraidh.
I spent a month in Burma last year.
Is í Yangon an chathair is mó i mBurma.
Yangon is the largest city in Burma.
Tá rialtas Bhurma faoi bhrú idirnáisiúnta.
The government of Burma is under international pressure.
Myanmar an t-ainm oifigiúil ar Bhurma anois.
Myanmar is now the official name of Burma.
Tháinig a seanmháthair ó Bhurma.
Her grandmother came from Burma.
Tá teorainn ag Burma leis an tSín.
Burma has a border with China.
Other nouns in Irish
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Burma in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Burma?
The Irish for Burma is Burma (pronounced “BUR-muh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce Burma in Irish?
Burma is said like “BUR-muh” (IPA /ˈbˠʊɾˠəmˠə/).
Does Burma have a plural?
No. Burma is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Is there another Irish name for Burma?
Yes, the country's official name Myanmar is given in Irish as Maenmar, but Burma is still widely used.
