HeyRuaHow to say “entertainment” in Irish
- Irish:
- siamsa
- English:
- entertainment, diversion
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SHEEM-suh” /ˈʃiːmˠsˠə/
- Plural:
- siamsaí (entertainments)
- Genitive singular:
- siamsa, an tsiamsa (e.g. oíche siamsa, a night of entertainment)
- Genitive plural:
- siamsaí, na siamsaí (e.g. clár na siamsaí, the programme of entertainments)
What does “siamsa” mean?
“Siamsa” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- entertainment
- Something that amuses people and gives them enjoyment, such as music, games or a show.Also: amusement, fun, pastime.
1 other meaning: diversion
- 2diversion
- A relaxing activity that takes your mind off work or worry.Also: recreation, relaxation.
Other Irish words for entertainment: siamsaíocht (entertainment)
“Siamsa” with the article
The plural of entertainment in Irish is siamsaí. Here is siamsa after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Siamsa” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using siamsa, the Irish word for entertainment.
Other nouns in Irish
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Entertainment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for entertainment?
The Irish for entertainment is siamsa (pronounced “SHEEM-suh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is siamsaí. Depending on context it can also mean diversion.
How do you pronounce siamsa in Irish?
Siamsa is said like “SHEEM-suh” (IPA /ˈʃiːmˠsˠə/).
What is the plural of entertainment in Irish?
The plural of siamsa is siamsaí; with the article, na siamsaí means “the entertainments”. The genitive plural is siamsaí, as in clár na siamsaí (the programme of entertainments).
Does siamsa have more than one meaning?
Yes. Siamsa can mean entertainment or diversion, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does siamsa change to shiamsa?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shiamsa. After ár (our) it stays ár siamsa, because s does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between 'siamsa' and 'siamsaíocht'?
'Siamsa' is entertainment or amusement in general, while 'siamsaíocht' is the activity of entertaining, as in 'siamsaíocht teilifíse' (television entertainment).
