HeyRuaHow to say “Nora” in Irish
- Irish:
- Nóra
- English:
- Nora
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “NOH-ruh” /ˈn̪ˠoːɾˠə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Nóra (e.g. teach Nóra, Nóra's house)
What does “Nóra” mean?
- Nora
- A female first name, the Irish form of Nora or Honora.Also: norah, Honora, female name.
“Nóra” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Nóra, the Irish word for Nora.
Nóra is ainm do mo sheanmháthair.
My grandmother's name is Nóra.
Tá Nóra ag obair sa bhaile mór inniu.
Nóra is working in town today.
Chonaic mé Nóra ag an siopa ar maidin.
I saw Nóra at the shop this morning.
Seo é carr Nóra.
This is Nóra's car.
A Nóra, an dtiocfaidh tú linn?
Nóra, will you come with us?
Thug mé an leabhar do Nóra inné.
I gave the book to Nóra yesterday.
Is cara maith liom í Nóra.
Nóra is a good friend of mine.
Other nouns in Irish
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Nora in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Nora?
The Irish for Nora is Nóra (pronounced “NOH-ruh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Nóra in Irish?
Nóra is said like “NOH-ruh” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠoːɾˠə/).
Does Nóra have a plural?
No. Nóra is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Is Nóra related to the name Onóra?
Yes, Nóra began as a short form of Onóra (Honora), and Nóirín is a pet form of Nóra.
