HeyRuaHow to say “Hinduism” in Irish
- Irish:
- Hiondúchas
- English:
- Hinduism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “HIN-doo-khus” /ˈhɪn̪ˠuːxəsˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Hiondúchais, an Hiondúchais (e.g. déithe an Hiondúchais, the gods of Hinduism)
What does “Hiondúchas” mean?
- Hinduism
- Hinduism is the main religion of India, with many gods and a belief in rebirth.Also: Hindu religion, Hindu faith.
“Hiondúchas” with the article
Here is Hiondúchas after the article (an t-alt).
an Hiondúchas
the Hinduism
No change after an
“Hiondúchas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Hiondúchas, the Irish word for Hinduism.
Is reiligiún ársa é an Hiondúchas.
Hinduism is an ancient religion.
Tá an Hiondúchas coitianta san India.
Hinduism is common in India.
Rinneamar staidéar ar an Hiondúchas ar scoil.
We studied Hinduism at school.
Creideann lucht an Hiondúchais san athbhreith.
Followers of Hinduism believe in rebirth.
Is iad na Véid téacsanna naofa an Hiondúchais.
The Vedas are the sacred texts of Hinduism.
Tá suim mhór aici sa Hiondúchas.
She has a great interest in Hinduism.
Léigh mé leabhar faoin Hiondúchas inné.
I read a book about Hinduism yesterday.
Other nouns in Irish
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Hinduism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Hinduism?
The Irish for Hinduism is Hiondúchas (pronounced “HIN-doo-khus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce Hiondúchas in Irish?
Hiondúchas is said like “HIN-doo-khus” (IPA /ˈhɪn̪ˠuːxəsˠ/).
Does Hiondúchas have a plural?
No. Hiondúchas is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
What is a Hindu called in Irish?
A Hindu is 'Hiondúch', and the adjective is 'Hiondúch' too, as in 'teampall Hiondúch' (a Hindu temple).
