HeyRuaHow to say “Malta” in Irish
- Irish:
- Málta
- English:
- Malta
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “MAWL-tuh” /ˈmˠaːl̪ˠt̪ˠə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Málta (e.g. muintir Mhálta, the people of Malta)
What does “Málta” mean?
- Malta
- Malta is a small island country in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily.Also: Maltese islands, Republic of Malta.
“Málta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Málta, the Irish word for Malta.
Chuamar go Málta ar ár laethanta saoire.
We went to Malta on our holidays.
Is oileán beag te é Málta.
Malta is a small, warm island.
Tá cónaí ar mo dheirfiúr i Málta anois.
My sister lives in Malta now.
Is é Valletta príomhchathair Mhálta.
Valletta is the capital of Malta.
Tá Málta ina ball den Aontas Eorpach.
Malta is a member of the European Union.
Bhí an aimsir go hálainn i Málta.
The weather was lovely in Malta.
Labhraíonn muintir Mhálta Béarla go maith.
The people of Malta speak English well.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Malta in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Malta?
The Irish for Malta is Málta (pronounced “MAWL-tuh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Málta in Irish?
Málta is said like “MAWL-tuh” (IPA /ˈmˠaːl̪ˠt̪ˠə/).
Does Málta have a plural?
No. Málta is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do I say Maltese in Irish?
The Maltese language is 'Máltais', and a Maltese person is 'Máltach'.
Does Málta take the article like an Fhrainc?
No, 'Málta' is used without the article: 'i Málta' (in Malta), 'go Málta' (to Malta).
