HeyRuaHow to say “election” in Irish
- Irish:
- toghadh
- English:
- election, choice
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- togh, to elect (ag toghadh, electing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “TOW-uh” /ˈt̪ˠəuə/
- Genitive singular:
- tofa, an tofa (e.g. lá an tofa, election day)
What does “toghadh” mean?
“Toghadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- election
- The act of electing someone, for example to a council or parliament; verbal noun of the verb togh.Also: electing, voting in.
1 other meaning: choice
- 2choice
- The act of choosing or selecting something or someone; verbal noun of togh.Also: selection, choosing, picking.
Other Irish words for election: toghchán (election)
“Toghadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, toghadh means electing: it is the verbal noun of the verb togh (to elect). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Toghadh” with the article
Here is toghadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Toghadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using toghadh, the Irish word for election.
Other nouns in Irish
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Election in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for election?
The Irish for election is toghadh (pronounced “TOW-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean choice.
How do you pronounce toghadh in Irish?
Toghadh is said like “TOW-uh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠəuə/).
Does toghadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for toghadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does toghadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Toghadh can mean election or choice, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does toghadh change to thoghadh or dtoghadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) toghadh becomes mo thoghadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtoghadh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between toghadh and toghchán?
Toghchán is the usual word for an election as an event (an toghchán ginearálta), while toghadh is the act of electing or choosing someone, the verbal noun of togh.
How do I say 'he was elected'?
Use the verb: toghadh é, or with the adjective: bhí sé tofa. Tofa is also the past participle meaning 'elected' or 'chosen'.
