HeyRuaHow to say “hypnotism” in Irish
- Irish:
- hiopnóiseachas
- English:
- hypnotism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “hip-NOH-shukh-us” /hʲɪpˈn̪ˠoːʃəxəsˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- hiopnóiseachais, an hiopnóiseachais (e.g. seisiún hiopnóiseachais, a hypnotism session)
What does “hiopnóiseachas” mean?
- hypnotism
- The practice of putting a person into a sleep-like state in which they respond to suggestion.Also: hypnosis, mesmerism.
“Hiopnóiseachas” with the article
Here is hiopnóiseachas after the article (an t-alt).
an hiopnóiseachas
the hypnotism
No change after an
“Hiopnóiseachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using hiopnóiseachas, the Irish word for hypnotism.
Tá suim mhór aige sa hiopnóiseachas.
He is very interested in hypnotism.
Ní chreideann sí go n-oibríonn hiopnóiseachas.
She doesn't believe hypnotism works.
Bhain sé triail as hiopnóiseachas chun éirí as tobac.
He tried hypnotism to give up smoking.
Is cleachtas ársa é an hiopnóiseachas.
Hypnotism is an ancient practice.
Chonaiceamar seó hiopnóiseachais san amharclann.
We saw a hypnotism show in the theatre.
Úsáideann roinnt dochtúirí hiopnóiseachas le pian a mhaolú.
Some doctors use hypnotism to ease pain.
Léigh mé leabhar faoi stair an hiopnóiseachais.
I read a book about the history of hypnotism.
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Hypnotism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hypnotism?
The Irish for hypnotism is hiopnóiseachas (pronounced “hip-NOH-shukh-us”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce hiopnóiseachas in Irish?
Hiopnóiseachas is said like “hip-NOH-shukh-us” (IPA /hʲɪpˈn̪ˠoːʃəxəsˠ/).
Does hiopnóiseachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for hiopnóiseachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between 'hiopnóiseachas' and 'hiopnóis'?
'Hiopnóis' is the hypnotic state itself (hypnosis), while 'hiopnóiseachas' is the practice or art of inducing it (hypnotism).
