HeyRuaHow to say “Michael” in Irish
- Irish:
- Micheál
- English:
- Michael, Michael the archangel
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “MI-hawl” /ˈmʲiːhaːlˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Michíl (e.g. teach Mhichíl, Michael's house)
What does “Micheál” mean?
“Micheál” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- Michael
- A common Irish male first name, the equivalent of English Michael.Also: mike, male name, given name.
1 other meaning: Michael the archangel
- 2Michael the archangel
- The archangel Michael, as in Naomh Micheál, whose feast is Michaelmas.Also: saint Michael, archangel, Michaelmas.
“Micheál” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Micheál, the Irish word for Michael.
Micheál is ainm do m'athair.
My father's name is Michael.
Tá Micheál ag obair sa siopa inniu.
Michael is working in the shop today.
A Mhichíl, tar isteach!
Michael, come in!
Chonaic mé carr Mhichíl taobh amuigh.
I saw Michael's car outside.
Bhí mé ag caint le Micheál aréir.
I was talking to Michael last night.
Is é Naomh Micheál pátrún an pharóiste.
Saint Michael is the patron of the parish.
Bíonn Lá Fhéile Mhichíl ann i mí Mheán Fómhair.
Michaelmas falls in September.
Other nouns in Irish
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Michael in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Michael?
The Irish for Michael is Micheál (pronounced “MI-hawl”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean Michael the archangel.
How do you pronounce Micheál in Irish?
Micheál is said like “MI-hawl” (IPA /ˈmʲiːhaːlˠ/).
Does Micheál have a plural?
No. Micheál is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Does Micheál have more than one meaning?
Yes. Micheál can mean Michael or Michael the archangel, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does Micheál become Mhichíl when addressing someone?
The vocative of a masculine name like this uses the slender, lenited form: A Mhichíl!
Is there a short form of Micheál?
Yes, Micheál is often shortened to Mick or Mícheálín as a pet form, and Mike in English.
