HeyRuaHow to say “crossing” in Irish
- Irish:
- trasnáil
- English:
- crossing, contradiction
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TRAS-nawl” /ˈt̪ˠɾˠasˠn̪ˠɑːlʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- trasnála, na trasnála (e.g. am na trasnála, the time of the crossing)
What does “trasnáil” mean?
“Trasnáil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- crossing
- The act of crossing something, such as a road, river or sea; the verbal noun of the verb 'trasnaigh' in some uses, though 'trasnú' is the usual verbal noun.Also: traversing, cross.
“Trasnáil” with the article
Here is trasnáil after the article (an t-alt).
“Trasnáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using trasnáil, the Irish word for crossing.
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Crossing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for crossing?
The Irish for crossing is trasnáil (pronounced “TRAS-nawl”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean contradiction.
How do you pronounce trasnáil in Irish?
Trasnáil is said like “TRAS-nawl” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠɾˠasˠn̪ˠɑːlʲ/).
Does trasnáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for trasnáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does trasnáil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Trasnáil can mean crossing or contradiction, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does trasnáil change to thrasnáil or dtrasnáil?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) trasnáil becomes mo thrasnáil (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtrasnáil (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'trasnáil' and 'trasnú'?
'Trasnú' is the standard verbal noun of 'trasnaigh' (to cross), while 'trasnáil' is often used for a crossing as an event or for contradicting someone in speech.
