HeyRuaHow to say “hoarseness” in Irish
- Irish:
- piachán
- English:
- hoarseness, wheeze
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PEE-uh-khawn” /ˈpʲiəxɑːn/
- Genitive singular:
- piacháin, an phiacháin (e.g. leigheas an phiacháin, the cure for the hoarseness)
What does “piachán” mean?
“Piachán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hoarseness
- A rough, harsh or husky quality of the voice, as when someone has a cold or sore throat.Also: husky voice, croak, rough voice.
1 other meaning: wheeze
- 2wheeze
- A rasping or whistling sound in the throat or chest when breathing.Also: wheezing, rasp, rattle in the throat.
“Piachán” with the article
Here is piachán after the article (an t-alt).
“Piachán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using piachán, the Irish word for hoarseness.
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Hoarseness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hoarseness?
The Irish for hoarseness is piachán (pronounced “PEE-uh-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean wheeze.
How do you pronounce piachán in Irish?
Piachán is said like “PEE-uh-khawn” (IPA /ˈpʲiəxɑːn/).
Does piachán have a plural?
No plural form is given for piachán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does piachán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Piachán can mean hoarseness or wheeze, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does piachán change to phiachán or bpiachán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) piachán becomes mo phiachán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpiachán (eclipsis).
How do I say 'I am hoarse' in Irish?
Use the 'ar' construction: 'Tá piachán orm', literally 'there is hoarseness on me'.
