HeyRuaHow to say “Mass” in Irish
- Irish:
- Aifreann
- English:
- Mass, Mass (music)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AF-ir-un” /ˈafʲɾʲən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- Aifrinn (Masses)
- Genitive singular:
- Aifrinn, an Aifrinn (e.g. tús an Aifrinn, the beginning of Mass)
- Genitive plural:
- Aifreann, na nAifreann (e.g. amanna na nAifreann, the Mass times)
What does “Aifreann” mean?
“Aifreann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- Mass
- The central religious service of the Catholic Church, at which the Eucharist is celebrated.Also: Holy Mass, Eucharist, church service.
1 other meaning: Mass (music)
- 2Mass (music)
- A musical setting of the parts of the Mass.Also: Mass, musical Mass, Mass setting.
“Aifreann” with the article
The plural of Mass in Irish is Aifrinn. Here is Aifreann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Aifreann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Aifreann, the Irish word for Mass.
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Mass in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Mass?
The Irish for Mass is Aifreann (pronounced “AF-ir-un”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is Aifrinn. Depending on context it can also mean Mass (music).
How do you pronounce Aifreann in Irish?
Aifreann is said like “AF-ir-un” (IPA /ˈafʲɾʲən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of Mass in Irish?
The plural of Aifreann is Aifrinn; with the article, na hAifrinn means “the Masses”. The genitive plural is Aifreann, as in amanna na nAifreann (the Mass times).
Does Aifreann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aifreann can mean Mass or Mass (music), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does Aifreann sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an tAifreann (the Mass), a hAifreann (her Mass), a nAifreann (their Mass), na hAifrinn (the Masses).
How do I say 'go to Mass' in Irish?
Say 'dul ar Aifreann', e.g. 'Chuaigh sí ar Aifreann', and 'at Mass' is 'ag an Aifreann'.
How do I say 'say Mass'?
A priest 'léann' or 'deir' Mass: 'Léigh an sagart an tAifreann'.
