HeyRuaHow to say “creation” in Irish
- Irish:
- cruthú
- English:
- creation, proof
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- cruthaigh, to create (ag cruthú, creating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KRU-hoo” /ˈkɾˠʊhuː/
- Genitive singular:
- cruthaithe, an chruthaithe (e.g. scéal an chruthaithe, the story of creation)
What does “cruthú” mean?
“Cruthú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- creation
- The act of creating or forming something; verbal noun of the verb 'cruthaigh'.Also: creating, forming, shaping.
1 other meaning: proof
- 2proof
- The act of proving something, or evidence that shows something is true; verbal noun of 'cruthaigh'.Also: proving, demonstration, evidence.
“Cruthú” as a verbal noun
After ag, cruthú means creating: it is the verbal noun of the verb cruthaigh (to create). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Cruthú” with the article
Here is cruthú after the article (an t-alt).
“Cruthú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cruthú, the Irish word for creation.
Other nouns in Irish
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Creation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for creation?
The Irish for creation is cruthú (pronounced “KRU-hoo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean proof.
How do you pronounce cruthú in Irish?
Cruthú is said like “KRU-hoo” (IPA /ˈkɾˠʊhuː/).
Does cruthú have a plural?
No plural form is given for cruthú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cruthú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cruthú can mean creation or proof, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cruthú change to chruthú or gcruthú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cruthú becomes mo chruthú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcruthú (eclipsis).
Does 'cruthú' mean 'creation' or 'proof'?
Both: the verb 'cruthaigh' means both 'create' and 'prove', so 'cruthú' can be 'creation' or 'proof' depending on context. For evidence in court, 'fianaise' is also common.
