HeyRuaHow to say “hernia” in Irish
- Irish:
- heirne
- English:
- hernia
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “HER-nyuh” /ˈhɛɾʲn̠ʲə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- heirne, na heirne (e.g. obráid heirne, hernia operation)
What does “heirne” mean?
- hernia
- A condition in which part of an organ, often the intestine, pushes through a weak spot in the muscle wall around it.Also: rupture.
“Heirne” with the article
Here is heirne after the article (an t-alt).
an heirne
the hernia
No change after an
“Heirne” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using heirne, the Irish word for hernia.
Tá heirne ar m'athair.
My father has a hernia.
Dúirt an dochtúir gur heirne a bhí ann.
The doctor said it was a hernia.
Beidh obráid heirne aici an tseachtain seo chugainn.
She is having a hernia operation next week.
Is féidir heirne a fháil ó ualach trom a ardú.
You can get a hernia from lifting a heavy load.
Bhí pian mhór air de bharr na heirne.
He was in great pain because of the hernia.
Cuireadh cóir leighis ar an heirne go tapa.
The hernia was treated quickly.
Ní raibh a fhios aige go raibh heirne air.
He didn't know he had a hernia.
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Hernia in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hernia?
The Irish for hernia is heirne (pronounced “HER-nyuh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce heirne in Irish?
Heirne is said like “HER-nyuh” (IPA /ˈhɛɾʲn̠ʲə/).
Does heirne have a plural?
No plural form is given for heirne in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is there another Irish word for hernia?
Yes, the traditional expression 'maidhm sheicne' (literally a rupture of the membrane) is also used for a hernia, while 'heirne' is the medical term.
