HeyRuaHow to say “much” in Irish
- Irish:
- mórán
- English:
- much, almost
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MOH-rawn” /ˈmˠoːɾˠaːnˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- móráin, an mhóráin (e.g. ag caitheamh móráin airgid, spending a lot of money)
What does “mórán” mean?
“Mórán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- much
- A large amount or number of something, used especially in negative sentences and questions.Also: many, a lot, large amount, great deal.
1 other meaning: almost
- 2almost
- In the phrase 'mórán' meaning nearly or more or less, as in 'tá sé mórán réidh' (it is almost ready).Also: nearly, more or less.
“Mórán” with the article
Here is mórán after the article (an t-alt).
“Mórán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using mórán, the Irish word for much.
Other nouns in Irish
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Much in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for much?
The Irish for much is mórán (pronounced “MOH-rawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean almost.
How do you pronounce mórán in Irish?
Mórán is said like “MOH-rawn” (IPA /ˈmˠoːɾˠaːnˠ/).
Does mórán have a plural?
No plural form is given for mórán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does mórán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Mórán can mean much or almost, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does mórán change to mhórán?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhórán. After ár (our) it stays ár mórán, because m does not take eclipsis.
What case follows 'mórán'?
The noun after 'mórán' goes into the genitive, as in 'mórán ama' (much time) and 'mórán daoine' (many people).
Is 'mórán' used in positive sentences?
It is most natural in negatives and questions, like 'níl mórán airgid agam'; in positive sentences 'a lán' or 'neart' is more usual, as in 'tá a lán airgid agam'.
