HeyRuaHow to say “establishment” in Irish
- Irish:
- bunú
- English:
- establishment, basing
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- bunaigh, to found (ag bunú, founding)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “BUN-oo” /ˈbˠʊnˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- bunaithe, an bhunaithe (e.g. dáta bunaithe an chumainn, the founding date of the society)
What does “bunú” mean?
“Bunú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- establishment
- The act of founding or setting up something such as an organisation, business or institution; verbal noun of the verb bunaigh.Also: founding, foundation, setting up, formation.
1 other meaning: basing
- 2basing
- The act of basing something on a foundation or principle, such as a story based on fact; verbal noun of bunaigh.Also: grounding, basis.
“Bunú” as a verbal noun
After ag, bunú means founding: it is the verbal noun of the verb bunaigh (to found). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Bunú” with the article
Here is bunú after the article (an t-alt).
“Bunú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bunú, the Irish word for establishment.
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Establishment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for establishment?
The Irish for establishment is bunú (pronounced “BUN-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean basing.
How do you pronounce bunú in Irish?
Bunú is said like “BUN-oo” (IPA /ˈbˠʊnˠuː/).
Does bunú have a plural?
No plural form is given for bunú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does bunú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bunú can mean establishment or basing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bunú change to bhunú or mbunú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bunú becomes mo bhunú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbunú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between bunú and bunús?
Bunú is the act of founding something, as in bunú an stáit 'the founding of the state', while bunús means origin or basis, as in bunús an fhocail 'the origin of the word'.
How do I say 'based on' in Irish?
Use the verbal adjective bunaithe ar, as in scannán bunaithe ar úrscéal 'a film based on a novel'.
