HeyRuaHow to say “Israel” in Irish
- Irish:
- Iosrael
- English:
- Israel
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “US-rayl” /ˈɔsˠɾˠeːlˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Iosrael (e.g. príomhchathair Iosrael, the capital of Israel)
What does “Iosrael” mean?
- Israel
- Israel, a country in the Middle East on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean, and also the ancient people and land of the Bible.Also: State of Israel, Israelites.
“Iosrael” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Iosrael, the Irish word for Israel.
Tá Iosrael sa Mheánoirthear.
Israel is in the Middle East.
Chuaigh mé ar saoire go hIosrael anuraidh.
I went on holiday to Israel last year.
Tá cónaí ar mo dheirfiúr in Iosrael.
My sister lives in Israel.
Bhí rialtas Iosrael sa nuacht arís inniu.
The Israeli government was in the news again today.
Is í an Eabhrais teanga oifigiúil Iosrael.
Hebrew is the official language of Israel.
Labhair sé faoi stair Iosrael sa léacht.
He spoke about the history of Israel in the lecture.
Luaitear clann Iosrael go minic sa Bhíobla.
The children of Israel are often mentioned in the Bible.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Israel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Israel?
The Irish for Israel is Iosrael (pronounced “US-rayl”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Iosrael in Irish?
Iosrael is said like “US-rayl” (IPA /ˈɔsˠɾˠeːlˠ/).
Does Iosrael have a plural?
No. Iosrael is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do I say 'an Israeli' in Irish?
A person from Israel is an Iosraelach, and the adjective is also Iosraelach, as in rialtas Iosraelach.
Does Iosrael take the article?
No, unlike many country names such as an bhFrainc, Iosrael is used without the article: in Iosrael, go hIosrael.
