HeyRuaHow to say “eating” in Irish
- Irish:
- ithe
- English:
- eating, erosion
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- ith, to eat (ag ithe, eating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “IH-heh” /ˈɪhə/
- Genitive singular:
- ithe, an ithe (e.g. le linn an ithe, while eating)
What does “ithe” mean?
“Ithe” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- eating
- The act of eating food; it is the verbal noun of the verb ith (eat).Also: eat, consumption.
1 other meaning: erosion
- 2erosion
- The wearing away or eating into something, as by rust, water or disease.Also: corrosion, eating away, wearing away.
“Ithe” as a verbal noun
After ag, ithe means eating: it is the verbal noun of the verb ith (to eat). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Ithe” with the article
Here is ithe after the article (an t-alt).
“Ithe” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ithe, the Irish word for eating.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Eating in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for eating?
The Irish for eating is ithe (pronounced “IH-heh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean erosion.
How do you pronounce ithe in Irish?
Ithe is said like “IH-heh” (IPA /ˈɪhə/).
Does ithe have a plural?
No plural form is given for ithe in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ithe have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ithe can mean eating or erosion, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ithe sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-ithe (the eating), a hithe (her eating), a n-ithe (their eating).
How do I say 'I am eating' in Irish?
Use the verbal noun with ag: Tá mé ag ithe. The object goes in the genitive, as in ag ithe an aráin, eating the bread.
