HeyRuaHow to say “hiding” in Irish
- Irish:
- folach
- English:
- hiding, covering
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FUL-ukh” /ˈfˠɔl̪ˠəx/
- Genitive singular:
- folaigh, an fholaigh (e.g. áit fholaigh, a hiding place)
What does “folach” mean?
“Folach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hiding
- The act of hiding or concealing something; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'folaigh'.Also: concealment, covering, concealing.
1 other meaning: covering
- 2covering
- Something that covers or hides, such as a cover or bedclothes.Also: cover, bedclothes, blanket.
Other Irish words for hiding: ceilt (concealment)
“Folach” with the article
Here is folach after the article (an t-alt).
“Folach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using folach, the Irish word for hiding.
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Hiding in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hiding?
The Irish for hiding is folach (pronounced “FUL-ukh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean covering.
How do you pronounce folach in Irish?
Folach is said like “FUL-ukh” (IPA /ˈfˠɔl̪ˠəx/).
Does folach have a plural?
No plural form is given for folach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does folach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Folach can mean hiding or covering, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does folach change to fholach or bhfolach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) folach becomes m'fholach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfolach (eclipsis).
How do I say 'to hide' or 'hidden' using folach?
Use 'dul i bhfolach' for 'to go into hiding' and 'i bhfolach' for 'hidden', e.g. 'Tá sé i bhfolach'.
What is 'folach bíog'?
'Folach bíog' is the game hide-and-seek; 'cluiche folach bíog' means a game of hide-and-seek.
