HeyRuaHow to say “damnation” in Irish
- Irish:
- damnú
- English:
- damnation, condemnation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- damnaigh, to damn (ag damnú, damning)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DOWN-oo” /ˈd̪ˠəunˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- damnaithe, an damnaithe (e.g. eagla an damnaithe, fear of damnation)
What does “damnú” mean?
“Damnú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- damnation
- Condemnation to eternal punishment; the verbal noun of the verb damnaigh, to damn.Also: damning, condemnation, perdition.
1 other meaning: condemnation
- 2condemnation
- The act of condemning or sentencing someone, the verbal noun of damnaigh.Also: condemning, sentencing.
“Damnú” as a verbal noun
After ag, damnú means damning: it is the verbal noun of the verb damnaigh (to damn). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Damnú” with the article
Here is damnú after the article (an t-alt).
“Damnú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using damnú, the Irish word for damnation.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Damnation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for damnation?
The Irish for damnation is damnú (pronounced “DOWN-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean condemnation.
How do you pronounce damnú in Irish?
Damnú is said like “DOWN-oo” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠəunˠuː/).
Does damnú have a plural?
No plural form is given for damnú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does damnú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Damnú can mean damnation or condemnation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does damnú change to dhamnú or ndamnú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) damnú becomes mo dhamnú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndamnú (eclipsis).
How do I say 'damn it' in Irish?
A common exclamation is 'Damnú air!', literally 'damnation on it'.
