HeyRuaHow to say “hint” in Irish
- Irish:
- nod
- English:
- hint, abbreviation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “nud” /n̪ˠɔd̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- noda (hints)
- Genitive singular:
- noid, an noid (e.g. brí an noid, the meaning of the hint)
- Genitive plural:
- nod, na nod (e.g. liosta na nod, the list of abbreviations)
What does “nod” mean?
“Nod” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hint
- A small clue or suggestion that helps someone understand something without it being said directly.Also: clue, tip, suggestion.
1 other meaning: abbreviation
- 2abbreviation
- A shortened form of a word, especially a contraction used by scribes in manuscripts.Also: contraction, scribal contraction.
Other Irish words for hint: leid (hint)
“Nod” with the article
The plural of hint in Irish is noda. Here is nod after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Nod” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nod, the Irish word for hint.
Other nouns in Irish
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Hint in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hint?
The Irish for hint is nod (pronounced “nud”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is noda. Depending on context it can also mean abbreviation.
How do you pronounce nod in Irish?
Nod is said like “nud” (IPA /n̪ˠɔd̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of hint in Irish?
The plural of nod is noda; with the article, na noda means “the hints”. The genitive plural is nod, as in liosta na nod (the list of abbreviations).
Does nod have more than one meaning?
Yes. Nod can mean hint or abbreviation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'nod' and 'leid'?
Both mean a hint or clue; 'leid' is the more usual everyday word, while 'nod' is common in the proverb 'is leor nod don eolach' and also means a scribal abbreviation.
