HeyRuaHow to say “lively” in Irish
- Irish:
- anamúil
- English:
- lively, vivid
- Word type:
- adjective
- More lively:
- níos anamúla
- Most lively:
- is anamúla
- Plural:
- anamúla
- Pronunciation:
- “AN-a-mool” /ˈanəmuːlʲ/
What does “anamúil” mean?
“Anamúil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lively
- Full of life, energy and spirit.Also: spirited, animated, vivacious, energetic.
“Anamúil” after a noun
An Irish adjective comes after its noun. Here is anamúil after damhsa (dance, masculine), after bean (woman, feminine) and after a plural.
séimhiú (the h) the ending
With a plural noun the adjective takes its plural form, anamúla.
More lively, most lively, very lively
Tá an ceol seo níos anamúla ná an ceann eile. This music is livelier than the other.
| more lively | níos anamúla | in the past tense: ní b'anamúla |
|---|---|---|
| most lively | is anamúla | in the past tense: ab anamúla |
| as lively as | chomh hanamúil le | chomh puts an h before a vowel |
| very lively | an-anamúil | an- lenites, except d, t and s |
| too lively | ró-anamúil | ró- lenites |
“Anamúil” in a sentence: Irish examples
With a masculine noun, a feminine noun, a plural, a comparison and on its own.
Other adjectives in Irish
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Lively in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lively?
The Irish for lively is anamúil (pronounced “AN-a-mool”). It comes after the noun: damhsa anamúil, a lively dance; bean anamúil, a lively woman.
How do you say more lively and most lively in Irish?
níos anamúla is more lively and is anamúla is most lively. In the past tense they become ní b'anamúla and ab anamúla.
What is the plural of anamúil?
With a plural noun anamúil becomes anamúla: damhsaí anamúla, mná anamúla.
How do you say very lively in Irish?
an-anamúil. Too lively is ró-anamúil, and as lively as is chomh hanamúil le.
Does anamúil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Anamúil can mean lively or vivid, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between anamúil and beoga?
Both mean lively. 'Anamúil' comes from 'anam' (soul, spirit) and suggests spirit and vigour, while 'beoga' stresses being brisk and full of life.
