HeyRuaHow to say “collection” in Irish
- Irish:
- tiomsachán
- English:
- collection, accumulation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “TYUM-suh-khawn” /ˈtʲʊmsəxɑːn/
- Plural:
- tiomsacháin (collections)
- Genitive singular:
- tiomsacháin, an tiomsacháin (e.g. eagarthóir an tiomsacháin, editor of the collection)
- Genitive plural:
- tiomsachán, na dtiomsachán (e.g. liosta na dtiomsachán, the list of collections)
What does “tiomsachán” mean?
“Tiomsachán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- collection
- A gathered set of things, such as stories, songs or objects, brought together in one place.Also: compilation, assemblage, gathering.
1 other meaning: accumulation
- 2accumulation
- A heap or mass of something that has built up over time.Also: hoard, store.
Other Irish words for collection: bailiúchán (collection), bailiú (collecting), cnuasach (collection)
“Tiomsachán” with the article
The plural of collection in Irish is tiomsacháin. Here is tiomsachán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Tiomsachán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tiomsachán, the Irish word for collection.
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Collection in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for collection?
The Irish for collection is tiomsachán (pronounced “TYUM-suh-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is tiomsacháin. Depending on context it can also mean accumulation.
How do you pronounce tiomsachán in Irish?
Tiomsachán is said like “TYUM-suh-khawn” (IPA /ˈtʲʊmsəxɑːn/).
What is the plural of collection in Irish?
The plural of tiomsachán is tiomsacháin; with the article, na tiomsacháin means “the collections”. The genitive plural is tiomsachán, as in liosta na dtiomsachán (the list of collections).
Does tiomsachán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Tiomsachán can mean collection or accumulation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does tiomsachán change to thiomsachán or dtiomsachán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tiomsachán becomes mo thiomsachán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtiomsachán (eclipsis).
What is the difference between tiomsachán and bailiúchán?
Both mean collection; bailiúchán is the more everyday word, while tiomsachán is often used for compiled literary or scholarly collections.
