HeyRuaHow to say “essay” in Irish
- Irish:
- aiste
- English:
- essay, way
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ASH-tyuh” /ˈaʃtʲə/
- Plural:
- aistí (essays)
- Genitive singular:
- aiste, na haiste (e.g. teideal na haiste, the title of the essay)
- Genitive plural:
- aistí, na n-aistí (e.g. bailiúchán na n-aistí, the collection of the essays)
What does “aiste” mean?
“Aiste” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- essay
- A short piece of writing on a particular subject, often written by a student.Also: composition, article, paper.
1 other meaning: way
- 2way
- A manner, habit or peculiar way of behaving, as in 'aistí' meaning odd ways or tricks.Also: manner, trick, quirk.
“Aiste” with the article
The plural of essay in Irish is aistí. Here is aiste after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Aiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aiste, the Irish word for essay.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Essay in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for essay?
The Irish for essay is aiste (pronounced “ASH-tyuh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is aistí. Depending on context it can also mean way.
How do you pronounce aiste in Irish?
Aiste is said like “ASH-tyuh” (IPA /ˈaʃtʲə/).
What is the plural of essay in Irish?
The plural of aiste is aistí; with the article, na haistí means “the essays”. The genitive plural is aistí, as in bailiúchán na n-aistí (the collection of the essays).
Does aiste have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aiste can mean essay or way, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does aiste sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aiste (the essay), a haiste (her essay), a n-aiste (their essay), na haistí (the essays).
What is the difference between 'aiste' and 'alt'?
'Aiste' is an essay, such as one written for school, while 'alt' is usually a newspaper or magazine article.
How do I say 'write an essay'?
Say 'aiste a scríobh', for example 'Caithfidh mé aiste a scríobh anocht.'
