HeyRuaHow to say “enjoyment” in Irish
- Irish:
- taitneamh
- English:
- enjoyment, shining
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- taitin, to please (ag taitneamh, pleasing)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TAN-uv” /ˈt̪ˠan̠ʲəw/
- Genitive singular:
- taitnimh, an taitnimh (e.g. cúis taitnimh, a source of enjoyment)
What does “taitneamh” mean?
“Taitneamh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- enjoyment
- Pleasure or liking that you get from something, used especially in 'bain taitneamh as' (enjoy).Also: liking, pleasure, fondness.
“Taitneamh” as a verbal noun
After ag, taitneamh means pleasing: it is the verbal noun of the verb taitin (to please). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Taitneamh” with the article
Here is taitneamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Taitneamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taitneamh, the Irish word for enjoyment.
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Enjoyment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for enjoyment?
The Irish for enjoyment is taitneamh (pronounced “TAN-uv”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean shining.
How do you pronounce taitneamh in Irish?
Taitneamh is said like “TAN-uv” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠan̠ʲəw/).
Does taitneamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for taitneamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does taitneamh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taitneamh can mean enjoyment or shining, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taitneamh change to thaitneamh or dtaitneamh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taitneamh becomes mo thaitneamh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaitneamh (eclipsis).
How do I say 'I enjoyed it' in Irish?
Use 'bain taitneamh as': 'Bhain mé taitneamh as' means 'I enjoyed it'.
How is 'taitneamh' related to 'taitníonn'?
Both come from the verb 'taitin': 'Taitníonn sé liom' means 'I like it', and 'taitneamh' is the noun meaning liking or shining.
