HeyRuaHow to say “many” in Irish
- Irish:
- iomaí
- English:
- many, abundant
- Word type:
- adjective
- Pronunciation:
- “UM-ee” /ˈʊmˠiː/
What does “iomaí” mean?
“Iomaí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- many
- Used mainly in the phrase 'is iomaí' to say that there are many of something, like English 'many a'.Also: many a, numerous, plenty of.
1 other meaning: abundant
- 2abundant
- Plentiful or numerous; often used in the phrase 'is iomaí' meaning very many.Also: numerous, plentiful.
Other Irish adjectives for many: líonmhar (numerous)
“Iomaí” in a sentence: Irish examples
With a masculine noun, a feminine noun, a plural, a comparison and on its own.
Other adjectives in Irish
More everyday Irish adjectives to learn next.
Many in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for many?
The Irish for many is iomaí (pronounced “UM-ee”). It is used with the copula before the noun: is iomaí duine, many a person; is iomaí uair, many a time.
How do you say very many in Irish?
an-iomaí. Too many is ró-iomaí, and as many as is chomh hiomaí le.
Does iomaí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iomaí can mean many or abundant, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'iomaí' normally used?
It is almost always used with the copula followed by a singular noun: 'Is iomaí duine a dúirt é' means 'Many a person said it'.
Is the noun after 'is iomaí' singular or plural?
The noun is singular, as in 'is iomaí post a bhí aige', just like English 'many a job'.
