HeyRuaHow to say “maleness” in Irish
- Irish:
- fireannacht
- English:
- maleness, masculine gender
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “FIR-uh-nukht” /ˈfʲɪɾʲən̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- fireannachta, na fireannachta (e.g. comharthaí na fireannachta, signs of masculinity)
What does “fireannacht” mean?
“Fireannacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- maleness
- The quality or state of being male; masculinity or manliness.Also: masculinity, manliness, virility.
1 other meaning: masculine gender
- 2masculine gender
- In grammar, the property of a noun or word being of masculine gender.Also: masculinity, masculine.
“Fireannacht” with the article
Here is fireannacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Fireannacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fireannacht, the Irish word for maleness.
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Maleness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for maleness?
The Irish for maleness is fireannacht (pronounced “FIR-uh-nukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean masculine gender.
How do you pronounce fireannacht in Irish?
Fireannacht is said like “FIR-uh-nukht” (IPA /ˈfʲɪɾʲən̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does fireannacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for fireannacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fireannacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fireannacht can mean maleness or masculine gender, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fireannacht change to fhireannacht or bhfireannacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fireannacht becomes m'fhireannacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfireannacht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between fireannacht and fearúlacht?
Fireannacht is maleness or masculinity as a property, while fearúlacht stresses manliness, being manly or brave. For grammatical gender, firinscne is the usual term.
