HeyRuaHow to say “kindling” in Irish
- Irish:
- adhaint
- English:
- kindling, ignition, inflammation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- adhain, to kindle (ag adhaint, kindling)
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “EYE-int” /ˈəin̠ʲtʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- adhainte, na hadhainte (e.g. eochair adhainte, ignition key)
What does “adhaint” mean?
“Adhaint” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- kindling
- The act of lighting or setting fire to something; the verbal noun of the verb adhain (kindle, ignite).Also: lighting, ignition, igniting.
2 other meanings: ignition or inflammation
“Adhaint” as a verbal noun
After ag, adhaint means kindling: it is the verbal noun of the verb adhain (to kindle). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Adhaint” with the article
Here is adhaint after the article (an t-alt).
“Adhaint” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using adhaint, the Irish word for kindling.
Other nouns in Irish
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Kindling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for kindling?
The Irish for kindling is adhaint (pronounced “EYE-int”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean ignition or inflammation.
How do you pronounce adhaint in Irish?
Adhaint is said like “EYE-int” (IPA /ˈəin̠ʲtʲ/).
Does adhaint have a plural?
No plural form is given for adhaint in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does adhaint have more than one meaning?
Yes. Adhaint can mean kindling, ignition or inflammation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does adhaint sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an adhaint (the kindling), a hadhaint (her kindling), a n-adhaint (their kindling).
What is the difference between adhaint and lasadh?
Lasadh is the everyday word for lighting something, such as a lamp or a match, while adhaint is used for kindling a fire and, technically, for an engine's ignition.
