HeyRuaHow to say “Donncha” in Irish
- Irish:
- Donncha
- English:
- Donncha
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “DUN-uh-khuh” /ˈd̪ˠʊn̪ˠəxə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Donncha (e.g. teach Dhonncha, the Donncha house)
What does “Donncha” mean?
- Donncha
- A traditional Irish male first name, usually given as Denis or Donogh in English, and related to the Scottish name Duncan.Also: Denis, Donogh, Duncan, male name.
“Donncha” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Donncha, the Irish word for Donncha.
Donncha is ainm do mo dheartháir.
My brother's name is Donncha.
Chonaic mé Donncha ar an mbus inné.
I saw Donncha on the bus yesterday.
A Dhonncha, tar isteach anseo!
Donncha, come in here!
Seo é carr Dhonncha.
This is Donncha's car.
Tá Donncha ag obair i mBaile Átha Cliath.
Donncha is working in Dublin.
Thug mé an leabhar do Dhonncha.
I gave the book to Donncha.
Bhí Donncha agus Síle ag an gcóisir.
Donncha and Síle were at the party.
Other nouns in Irish
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Donncha in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Donncha?
The Irish for Donncha is Donncha (pronounced “DUN-uh-khuh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce Donncha in Irish?
Donncha is said like “DUN-uh-khuh” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠʊn̪ˠəxə/).
Does Donncha have a plural?
No. Donncha is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do I address someone called Donncha?
Use the vocative with lenition: 'A Dhonncha'. The same lenited form appears in the genitive, as in 'teach Dhonncha'.
Is Donncha the same as Donnchadh?
Yes, Donnchadh is the older spelling of the same name, and Donncha is the modern standard form.
