HeyRuaHow to say “error” in Irish
- Irish:
- iomrall
- English:
- error, miss
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “UM-ur-ul” /ˈʊmˠəɾˠəl̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- iomraill, an iomraill (e.g. cúis an iomraill, the cause of the error)
What does “iomrall” mean?
“Iomrall” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- error
- A mistake or going astray, especially in judgement, direction or understanding.Also: mistake, aberration, straying.
“Iomrall” with the article
Here is iomrall after the article (an t-alt).
“Iomrall” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iomrall, the Irish word for error.
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Error in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for error?
The Irish for error is iomrall (pronounced “UM-ur-ul”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean miss.
How do you pronounce iomrall in Irish?
Iomrall is said like “UM-ur-ul” (IPA /ˈʊmˠəɾˠəl̪ˠ/).
Does iomrall have a plural?
No plural form is given for iomrall in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iomrall have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iomrall can mean error or miss, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iomrall sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-iomrall (the error), a hiomrall (her error), a n-iomrall (their error).
How do I say someone has gone astray or is mistaken?
Use 'ar iomrall' or 'in iomrall': 'chuaigh sé ar iomrall' means he went astray, and 'tá tú in iomrall' means you are mistaken.
How is 'iomrall' different from 'botún'?
'Botún' is an everyday word for a blunder, while 'iomrall' suggests straying or erring, and is common in set terms like 'iomrall ceartais'.
