HeyRuaHow to say “fair weather” in Irish
- Irish:
- soineann
- English:
- fair weather, serenity
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SIN-un” /ˈsˠɪnʲən̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- soininne, na soininne (e.g. lá soininne, a fine day)
What does “soineann” mean?
“Soineann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fair weather
- Calm, bright, settled weather, the opposite of storm.Also: good weather, calm weather, sunshine, fine weather.
1 other meaning: serenity
- 2serenity
- Calmness and cheerfulness of mind or manner.Also: calmness, cheerfulness, tranquillity.
“Soineann” with the article
Here is soineann after the article (an t-alt).
“Soineann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using soineann, the Irish word for fair weather.
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Fair weather in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fair weather?
The Irish for fair weather is soineann (pronounced “SIN-un”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean serenity.
How do you pronounce soineann in Irish?
Soineann is said like “SIN-un” (IPA /ˈsˠɪnʲən̪ˠ/).
Does soineann have a plural?
No plural form is given for soineann in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does soineann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Soineann can mean fair weather or serenity, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does soineann change to shoineann?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shoineann. After ár (our) it stays ár soineann, because s does not take eclipsis.
What is the opposite of 'soineann'?
The opposite is 'doineann', meaning stormy or bad weather; the pair often appear together, as in 'idir shoineann agus doineann' (in fair weather and foul).
