HeyRuaHow to say “hunting” in Irish
- Irish:
- fiagaíocht
- English:
- hunting
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “FEE-uh-gee-ukht” /ˈfʲiəɡiːxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- fiagaíochta, na fiagaíochta (e.g. madraí fiagaíochta, hunting dogs)
What does “fiagaíocht” mean?
- hunting
- The activity of chasing and catching or killing wild animals, especially with hounds.Also: hunt, chase, the chase.
Other Irish words for hunting: fiach (hunting), seilg (hunting), sealgaireacht (hunting), sealg (hunt)
“Fiagaíocht” with the article
Here is fiagaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Fiagaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fiagaíocht, the Irish word for hunting.
Other nouns in Irish
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Hunting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hunting?
The Irish for hunting is fiagaíocht (pronounced “FEE-uh-gee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce fiagaíocht in Irish?
Fiagaíocht is said like “FEE-uh-gee-ukht” (IPA /ˈfʲiəɡiːxt̪/).
Does fiagaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for fiagaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does fiagaíocht change to fhiagaíocht or bhfiagaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fiagaíocht becomes m'fhiagaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfiagaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'fiagaíocht' and 'sealgaireacht'?
Both mean hunting; 'fiagaíocht' is often associated with hunting with hounds, while 'sealgaireacht' is a general word for hunting or stalking game. 'Fiach' is also used for the hunt or chase.
