HeyRuaHow to say “Genesis” in Irish
- Irish:
- Geiniseas
- English:
- Genesis
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GEN-ish-uss” /ˈɟɛnʲəʃəs/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Geinisis (e.g. leabhar Geinisis, the book of Genesis)
What does “Geiniseas” mean?
- Genesis
- Geiniseas is the name of the first book of the Bible, which tells of the creation of the world.Also: book of Genesis, first book of the Bible.
“Geiniseas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Geiniseas, the Irish word for Genesis.
Is é Geiniseas an chéad leabhar sa Bhíobla.
Genesis is the first book in the Bible.
Léamar scéal Ádhaimh agus Éabha i nGeiniseas.
We read the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis.
Tosaíonn Geiniseas le cruthú an domhain.
Genesis begins with the creation of the world.
Tá scéal Naoi le fáil i leabhar Geinisis.
The story of Noah is found in the book of Genesis.
Léigh an sagart sliocht as Geiniseas inniu.
The priest read a passage from Genesis today.
Tá caibidlí Geinisis an-chlúiteach.
The chapters of Genesis are very famous.
Rinneamar staidéar ar Gheiniseas ar scoil.
We studied Genesis at school.
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Genesis in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Genesis?
The Irish for Genesis is Geiniseas (pronounced “GEN-ish-uss”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce Geiniseas in Irish?
Geiniseas is said like “GEN-ish-uss” (IPA /ˈɟɛnʲəʃəs/).
Does Geiniseas have a plural?
No. Geiniseas is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Is Geiniseas written with a capital letter?
Yes, as the name of a book of the Bible, Geiniseas is written with a capital letter, as in leabhar Geinisis.
