HeyRuaHow to say “mobilization” in Irish
- Irish:
- slógadh
- English:
- mobilization, rally
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- slóg, to mobilize (ag slógadh, mobilizing)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SLOH-guh” /ˈsl̪ˠoːɡə/
- Plural:
- slógaí (mobilizations)
- Genitive singular:
- slógaidh, an tslógaidh (e.g. lá an tslógaidh, the day of the mobilization)
- Genitive plural:
- slógaí, na slógaí (e.g. eagraí na slógaí, the organiser of the mobilizations)
What does “slógadh” mean?
“Slógadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- mobilization
- The gathering or calling together of people or troops for a purpose; the verbal noun of slóg, to mobilize.Also: mobilisation, muster, rally, gathering.
1 other meaning: rally
- 2rally
- A large organised gathering of people, especially a festival or rally such as a youth or language event.Also: gathering, assembly, festival.
“Slógadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, slógadh means mobilizing: it is the verbal noun of the verb slóg (to mobilize). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Slógadh” with the article
The plural of mobilization in Irish is slógaí. Here is slógadh after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Slógadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using slógadh, the Irish word for mobilization.
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Mobilization in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mobilization?
The Irish for mobilization is slógadh (pronounced “SLOH-guh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is slógaí. Depending on context it can also mean rally.
How do you pronounce slógadh in Irish?
Slógadh is said like “SLOH-guh” (IPA /ˈsl̪ˠoːɡə/).
What is the plural of mobilization in Irish?
The plural of slógadh is slógaí; with the article, na slógaí means “the mobilizations”. The genitive plural is slógaí, as in eagraí na slógaí (the organiser of the mobilizations).
Does slógadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Slógadh can mean mobilization or rally, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does slógadh change to shlógadh?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shlógadh. After ár (our) it stays ár slógadh, because s does not take eclipsis.
How is 'slógadh' different from 'léirsiú'?
'Slógadh' is a mass gathering or mobilization, often festive or organised, while 'léirsiú' is a protest demonstration.
