HeyRuaHow to say “feat” in Irish
- Irish:
- éacht
- English:
- feat, slaughter
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “aykht” /eːxt̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- éachtaí (feats)
- Genitive singular:
- éachta, an éachta (e.g. scéal an éachta, the story of the feat)
- Genitive plural:
- éachtaí, na n-éachtaí (e.g. scéal na n-éachtaí, the story of the exploits)
What does “éacht” mean?
“Éacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- feat
- A remarkable deed or achievement that needs great skill, courage or strength.Also: exploit, achievement, great deed, accomplishment.
1 other meaning: slaughter
- 2slaughter
- In older or literary use, a killing or slaying, or a person killed.Also: slaying, killing, casualty.
Other Irish words for feat: gaisce (feat)
“Éacht” with the article
The plural of feat in Irish is éachtaí. Here is éacht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Éacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using éacht, the Irish word for feat.
Other nouns in Irish
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Feat in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for feat?
The Irish for feat is éacht (pronounced “aykht”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is éachtaí. Depending on context it can also mean slaughter.
How do you pronounce éacht in Irish?
Éacht is said like “aykht” (IPA /eːxt̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of feat in Irish?
The plural of éacht is éachtaí; with the article, na héachtaí means “the feats”. The genitive plural is éachtaí, as in scéal na n-éachtaí (the story of the exploits).
Does éacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Éacht can mean feat or slaughter, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does éacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-éacht (the feat), a héacht (her feat), a n-éacht (their feat), na héachtaí (the feats).
What is the difference between 'éacht' and 'gaisce'?
Both mean a feat, but 'gaisce' often suggests bravery or boasting, while 'éacht' is a remarkable achievement in general. 'Rinne sé éacht' means he did something outstanding.
How do I say someone did wonders?
Use 'éacht a dhéanamh': 'Rinne sí éacht' means she did wonders. The adjective 'éachtach' means wonderful or tremendous.
