Forum in Irish (Fóram): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for forum?

The Irish for forum is fóram (pronounced “FOH-ruhm”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fóraim. Depending on context it can also mean online forum.

Q: What is the plural of forum in Irish?

The plural of fóram is fóraim; with the article, na fóraim means “the forums”. The genitive plural is fóram, as in baill na bhfóram (members of the forums).

Q: Does fóram have more than one meaning?

Yes. Fóram can mean forum or online forum, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “forum” in Irish

Irish:: fóram
English:: forum, online forum
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine
Pronunciation:: “FOH-ruhm” /ˈfoːɾˠəmˠ/

Various forms

Plural:: fóraim (forums)
Genitive singular:: fóraim, an fhóraim (e.g. cruinniú an fhóraim, the meeting of the forum)
Genitive plural:: fóram, na bhfóram (e.g. baill na bhfóram, members of the forums)

What does “fóram” mean?

“Fóram” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

forum: A meeting, place or medium where people discuss matters of shared interest.Also: discussion forum, assembly, public meeting.

1 other meaning: online forum

2online forum: A website or section of a website where users post messages and discuss topics.Also: message board, internet forum.

“Fóram” with the article

The plural of forum in Irish is fóraim. Here is fóram after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an fóram

the forum

No change after an

na fóraim

the forums

Plural: no change after na

“Fóram” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using fóram, the Irish word for forum.

Bunaíodh fóram nua do mhuintir an cheantair.

A new forum was set up for the people of the area.

Bhí an fóram plódaithe aréir.

The forum was packed last night.

Labhair cathaoirleach an fhóraim ar dtús.

The chair of the forum spoke first.

Tá go leor fóraim ar líne faoi fhoghlaim teangacha.

There are lots of online forums about language learning.

Chuir mé ceist ar an bhfóram is fearr liom.

I asked a question on my favourite forum.

Pléadh an cheist i bhfóram poiblí.

The issue was discussed in a public forum.

Léigh mé an freagra san fhóram inné.

I read the answer in the forum yesterday.

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Forum in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for forum?

The Irish for forum is fóram (pronounced “FOH-ruhm”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fóraim. Depending on context it can also mean online forum.

How do you pronounce fóram in Irish?

Fóram is said like “FOH-ruhm” (IPA /ˈfoːɾˠəmˠ/).

What is the plural of forum in Irish?

The plural of fóram is fóraim; with the article, na fóraim means “the forums”. The genitive plural is fóram, as in baill na bhfóram (members of the forums).

Does fóram have more than one meaning?

Yes. Fóram can mean forum or online forum, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does fóram change to fhóram or bhfóram?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fóram becomes m'fhóram (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfóram (eclipsis).

Is 'fóram' used for internet forums?

Yes, 'fóram' covers both a public assembly and an online discussion board, often as 'fóram plé' or 'fóram ar líne'.

Forum in Irish (Fóram): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage