HeyRuaHow to say “entanglement” in Irish
- Irish:
- aimhréidh
- English:
- entanglement, disagreement
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AV-ray” /ˈavʲɾʲeː/
- Genitive singular:
- aimhréidhe, na haimhréidhe (e.g. réiteach na haimhréidhe, the sorting out of the tangle)
What does “aimhréidh” mean?
“Aimhréidh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- entanglement
- A tangle or state of disorder, such as knotted thread or hair.Also: tangle, disorder, knot.
1 other meaning: disagreement
- 2disagreement
- A state of discord or trouble between people, as in being at odds.Also: discord, trouble, complication.
“Aimhréidh” with the article
Here is aimhréidh after the article (an t-alt).
“Aimhréidh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aimhréidh, the Irish word for entanglement.
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Entanglement in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for entanglement?
The Irish for entanglement is aimhréidh (pronounced “AV-ray”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean disagreement.
How do you pronounce aimhréidh in Irish?
Aimhréidh is said like “AV-ray” (IPA /ˈavʲɾʲeː/).
Does aimhréidh have a plural?
No plural form is given for aimhréidh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does aimhréidh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aimhréidh can mean entanglement or disagreement, depending on context; the first is the most common. Aimhréidh also has its own entry as an adjective meaning tangled.
Why does aimhréidh sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aimhréidh (the entanglement), a haimhréidh (her entanglement), a n-aimhréidh (their entanglement).
How is 'aimhréidh' usually used as a noun?
Most often in the phrase 'in aimhréidh', as in 'Chuaigh an snáth in aimhréidh', the thread got tangled.
