HeyRuaHow to say “harness” in Irish
- Irish:
- úim
- English:
- harness, harness, gear
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “oom” /uːmʲ/
- Plural:
- úmacha
- Genitive singular:
- úma, na húma (e.g. strapa na húma, the strap of the harness)
- Genitive plural:
- úmacha, na n-úmacha (e.g. déantóir úmacha, harness maker)
What does “úim” mean?
“Úim” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- harness
- The set of straps and fittings by which a horse or other animal is attached to a cart or plough.Also: tackle, horse harness.
1 other meaning: harness, gear
- 2harness, gear
- Any set of straps or equipment fastened on a person or thing, such as a safety harness; figuratively, being in harness means being at work.Also: harness, gear, safety harness, straps.
“Úim” with the article
The plural of harness in Irish is úmacha. Here is úim after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Úim” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using úim, the Irish word for harness.
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Harness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for harness?
The Irish for harness is úim (pronounced “oom”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is úmacha. Depending on context it can also mean harness, gear.
How do you pronounce úim in Irish?
Úim is said like “oom” (IPA /uːmʲ/).
What is the plural of harness in Irish?
The plural of úim is úmacha; with the article, it is na húmacha. The genitive plural is úmacha, as in déantóir úmacha (harness maker).
Does úim have more than one meaning?
Yes. Úim can mean harness or harness, gear, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does úim sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an úim (the harness), a húim (her harness), a n-úim (their harness).
Can 'úim' be used figuratively like English 'in harness'?
Yes, 'faoi úim' can mean in harness or at work, and 'cur faoi úim' means to harness or put to work.
What is the difference between 'úim' and 'srian'?
'Úim' is the whole harness used for pulling, while 'srian' is just the bridle on the horse's head.
