HeyRuaHow to say “hindering” in Irish
- Irish:
- bacadh
- English:
- hindering, bothering
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- bac, to hinder (ag bacadh, hindering)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “BOK-uh” /ˈbˠakə/
- Genitive singular:
- bactha, an bhactha (e.g. cumhacht an bhactha, the power of obstruction)
What does “bacadh” mean?
“Bacadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hindering
- The verbal noun of the verb 'bac': the act of hindering, obstructing or stopping someone or something.Also: obstruction, hindrance, blocking, balk.
1 other meaning: bothering
- 2bothering
- The act of bothering with or heeding something, often used in the negative to mean not minding it.Also: heeding, minding.
“Bacadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, bacadh means hindering: it is the verbal noun of the verb bac (to hinder). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Bacadh” with the article
Here is bacadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Bacadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bacadh, the Irish word for hindering.
Other nouns in Irish
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Hindering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hindering?
The Irish for hindering is bacadh (pronounced “BOK-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean bothering.
How do you pronounce bacadh in Irish?
Bacadh is said like “BOK-uh” (IPA /ˈbˠakə/).
Does bacadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for bacadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does bacadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bacadh can mean hindering or bothering, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bacadh change to bhacadh or mbacadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bacadh becomes mo bhacadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbacadh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'bacadh' and 'bac'?
'Bac' is the verb and also a noun meaning a barrier or obstacle, while 'bacadh' is the verbal noun, the act of hindering or bothering, as in 'ag bacadh le rud'.
How do I say 'don't bother with it'?
Say 'Ná bac leis'; the progressive uses the verbal noun: 'Níl mé ag bacadh leis'.
