HeyRuaHow to say “dogma” in Irish
- Irish:
- dogma
- English:
- dogma
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DOG-uh-muh” /ˈd̪ˠɔɡəmˠə/
- Plural:
- dogmaí (dogmas)
- Genitive singular:
- dogma, an dogma (e.g. glacadh an dogma, acceptance of the dogma)
- Genitive plural:
- dogmaí, na ndogmaí (e.g. glacadh na ndogmaí, acceptance of the dogmas)
What does “dogma” mean?
- dogma
- A belief or set of beliefs, especially religious, that is held to be true and not to be questioned.Also: doctrine, tenet, creed.
“Dogma” with the article
The plural of dogma in Irish is dogmaí. Here is dogma after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Dogma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dogma, the Irish word for dogma.
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Dogma in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for dogma?
The Irish for dogma is dogma (pronounced “DOG-uh-muh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is dogmaí.
How do you pronounce dogma in Irish?
Dogma is said like “DOG-uh-muh” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠɔɡəmˠə/).
What is the plural of dogma in Irish?
The plural of dogma is dogmaí; with the article, na dogmaí means “the dogmas”. The genitive plural is dogmaí, as in glacadh na ndogmaí (acceptance of the dogmas).
Why does dogma change to dhogma or ndogma?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dogma becomes mo dhogma (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndogma (eclipsis).
Is there a native Irish word close to 'dogma'?
Yes, 'foirceadal' or 'teagasc' can mean doctrine or teaching, but 'dogma' is used specifically for a belief that must be accepted without question.
