HeyRuaHow to say “noise” in Irish
- Irish:
- torann
- English:
- noise, thunder
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TUR-un” /ˈt̪ˠɔɾˠən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- torainn (noises)
- Genitive singular:
- torainn, an torainn (e.g. leibhéal an torainn, the noise level)
- Genitive plural:
- torann, na dtorann (e.g. foinse na dtorann, the source of the noises)
What does “torann” mean?
“Torann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- noise
- A loud or unpleasant sound, or sounds in general that disturb people.Also: din, racket, loud sound, clamour.
“Torann” with the article
The plural of noise in Irish is torainn. Here is torann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Torann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using torann, the Irish word for noise.
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Noise in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for noise?
The Irish for noise is torann (pronounced “TUR-un”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is torainn. Depending on context it can also mean thunder.
How do you pronounce torann in Irish?
Torann is said like “TUR-un” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠɔɾˠən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of noise in Irish?
The plural of torann is torainn; with the article, na torainn means “the noises”. The genitive plural is torann, as in foinse na dtorann (the source of the noises).
Does torann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Torann can mean noise or thunder, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does torann change to thorann or dtorann?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) torann becomes mo thorann (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtorann (eclipsis).
What is the difference between torann and fuaim?
Fuaim is any sound, while torann is noise, usually loud or unwanted. Thunder itself is usually toirneach.
How do I say 'make noise' in Irish?
Use déan torann, for example 'Ná déan torann!' (Don't make noise!).
