HeyRuaHow to say “lameness” in Irish
- Irish:
- bacaí
- English:
- lameness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BAK-ee” /ˈbˠakiː/
- Genitive singular:
- bacaí, na bacaí (e.g. cúis na bacaí, the cause of the lameness)
What does “bacaí” mean?
- lameness
- The condition of being lame, so that a person or animal limps when walking.Also: limp, limping, hobble.
“Bacaí” with the article
Here is bacaí after the article (an t-alt).
“Bacaí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bacaí, the Irish word for lameness.
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Lameness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lameness?
The Irish for lameness is bacaí (pronounced “BAK-ee”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce bacaí in Irish?
Bacaí is said like “BAK-ee” (IPA /ˈbˠakiː/).
Does bacaí have a plural?
No plural form is given for bacaí in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does bacaí change to bhacaí or mbacaí?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bacaí becomes mo bhacaí (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbacaí (eclipsis).
How do I say someone is limping?
Use 'tá bacaí air' (he is lame, he is limping), with 'ar' plus the person, like other conditions in Irish.
How is 'bacaí' related to 'bacach'?
'Bacach' is the adjective 'lame' and also a noun for a lame person or a beggar, while 'bacaí' is the condition of lameness itself.
