HeyRuaHow to say “Monaghan” in Irish
- Irish:
- Muineachán
- English:
- Monaghan
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “MWIN-yuh-khawn” /ˈmˠɪnʲəxaːnˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- Muineacháin (e.g. Contae Mhuineacháin, County Monaghan)
What does “Muineachán” mean?
- Monaghan
- Monaghan, a town and county in the province of Ulster in the Republic of Ireland.Also: County Monaghan, Monaghan town.
“Muineachán” as a county: Monaghan
A county name changes shape depending on what comes before it. These are the three shapes you will meet most.
“Muineachán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Muineachán, the Irish word for Monaghan.
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Monaghan in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Monaghan?
The Irish for Monaghan is Muineachán (pronounced “MWIN-yuh-khawn”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Muineachán in Irish?
Muineachán is said like “MWIN-yuh-khawn” (IPA /ˈmˠɪnʲəxaːnˠ/).
Does Muineachán have a plural?
No. Muineachán is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do I say 'County Monaghan' in Irish?
Say 'Contae Mhuineacháin', with the genitive Muineacháin lenited after contae.
How do I say 'in Monaghan'?
Say 'i Muineachán'; the m does not change after i.
How do you say “I am from Monaghan” in Irish?
Is as Muineachán mé. To say you are from there originally: Is as Muineachán ó dhúchas mé.
How do you say “I live in Monaghan” in Irish?
Tá cónaí orm i Muineachán. In the county: Tá mé i mo chónaí i gContae Mhuineacháin.
What is County Monaghan in Irish?
Contae Mhuineacháin. The name changes after Contae, and after muintir too: muintir Mhuineacháin, the people of Monaghan.
