HeyRuaHow to say “hurling” in Irish
- Irish:
- iomáint
- English:
- hurling, driving
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- iomáin, to drive (ag iomáint, driving)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “UM-aw-in” /ˈʊmˠɑːnʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- iomána, na hiomána (e.g. cluiche iomána, a hurling match)
What does “iomáint” mean?
“Iomáint” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hurling
- The Irish field game played with a hurley and a small ball (sliotar), also the verbal noun of the verb 'iomáin' in the sense of playing hurling.Also: hurling game, playing hurling.
1 other meaning: driving
- 2driving
- The verbal noun of 'iomáin': the act of driving or herding animals, or propelling something along.Also: herding, propelling, rolling.
Other Irish words for hurling: iomáin (hurling), iománaíocht (hurling)
“Iomáint” as a verbal noun
After ag, iomáint means driving: it is the verbal noun of the verb iomáin (to drive). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Iomáint” with the article
Here is iomáint after the article (an t-alt).
“Iomáint” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iomáint, the Irish word for hurling.
Other nouns in Irish
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Hurling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hurling?
The Irish for hurling is iomáint (pronounced “UM-aw-in”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean driving.
How do you pronounce iomáint in Irish?
Iomáint is said like “UM-aw-in” (IPA /ˈʊmˠɑːnʲ/).
Does iomáint have a plural?
No plural form is given for iomáint in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iomáint have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iomáint can mean hurling or driving, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iomáint sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an iomáint (the hurling), a hiomáint (her hurling), a n-iomáint (their hurling).
What is the difference between 'iomáint' and 'camógaíocht'?
'Iomáint' is hurling, traditionally played by men, while 'camógaíocht' is camogie, the women's version of the game.
How do I say 'playing hurling' in Irish?
You say 'ag imirt iomána' or simply 'ag iomáint', for example 'Bhíomar ag iomáint inné'.
