HeyRuaHow to say “note” in Irish
- Irish:
- nóta
- English:
- note, banknote
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NOH-tuh” /ˈn̪ˠoːt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- nótaí (notes)
- Genitive singular:
- nóta, an nóta (e.g. luach an nóta, the value of the note)
- Genitive plural:
- nótaí, na nótaí (e.g. leabhar nótaí, notebook)
What does “nóta” mean?
“Nóta” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- note
- A short written message or a brief record of something to help you remember it.Also: written note, message, memo, annotation.
2 other meanings: banknote
- 2banknote
- A piece of paper money issued by a bank.Also: note, bill, paper money.
- 3note
- A single musical sound or the written symbol for it.Also: musical note, tone.
Other Irish words for note: nótáil (note)
“Nóta” with the article
The plural of note in Irish is nótaí. Here is nóta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Nóta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nóta, the Irish word for note.
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Note in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for note?
The Irish for note is nóta (pronounced “NOH-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is nótaí. Depending on context it can also mean banknote.
How do you pronounce nóta in Irish?
Nóta is said like “NOH-tuh” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠoːt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of note in Irish?
The plural of nóta is nótaí; with the article, na nótaí means “the notes”. The genitive plural is nótaí, as in leabhar nótaí (notebook).
Does nóta have more than one meaning?
Yes. Nóta can mean note or banknote, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'take notes' in Irish?
Use 'nótaí a thógáil' or 'nótaí a bhreacadh', for example 'Bhí mé ag tógáil nótaí'.
Can 'nóta' mean a banknote?
Yes, 'nóta' or more fully 'nóta bainc' is a banknote, as in 'nóta deich euro', a ten euro note.
