HeyRuaHow to say “organisation” in Irish
- Irish:
- eagrú
- English:
- organisation, editing
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- eagraigh, to organise (ag eagrú, organising)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AG-roo” /ˈaɡɾˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- eagraithe, an eagraithe (e.g. coiste eagraithe na féile, the festival's organising committee)
What does “eagrú” mean?
“Eagrú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- organisation
- The act of organising or arranging something, such as an event; it is the verbal noun of the verb eagraigh.Also: organising, arrangement, arranging, organization.
1 other meaning: editing
- 2editing
- The act of editing a text or publication; also the verbal noun of eagraigh in the sense 'edit'.Also: edit, preparation for publication.
Other Irish words for organisation: eagraíocht (organization), eagras (organization)
“Eagrú” as a verbal noun
After ag, eagrú means organising: it is the verbal noun of the verb eagraigh (to organise). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Eagrú” with the article
Here is eagrú after the article (an t-alt).
“Eagrú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using eagrú, the Irish word for organisation.
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Organisation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for organisation?
The Irish for organisation is eagrú (pronounced “AG-roo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean editing.
How do you pronounce eagrú in Irish?
Eagrú is said like “AG-roo” (IPA /ˈaɡɾˠuː/).
Does eagrú have a plural?
No plural form is given for eagrú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does eagrú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Eagrú can mean organisation or editing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does eagrú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-eagrú (the organisation), a heagrú (her organisation), a n-eagrú (their organisation).
What is the difference between eagrú and eagraíocht?
Eagrú is the act of organising something, while eagraíocht is an organisation, a body of people such as a club or company.
How do I say something is well organised?
You can say 'tá eagar maith air' or 'tá sé eagraithe go maith'.
