HeyRuaHow to say “outfit” in Irish
- Irish:
- feisteas
- English:
- outfit, fittings
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FESH-tyuss” /ˈfʲɛʃtʲəs/
- Plural:
- feistis (outfits)
- Genitive singular:
- feistis, an fheistis (e.g. dath an fheistis, the colour of the outfit)
- Genitive plural:
- feisteas, na bhfeisteas (e.g. siopa feisteas, an outfitter's shop)
What does “feisteas” mean?
“Feisteas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- outfit
- A set of clothes worn together, especially for a particular occasion or purpose.Also: costume, attire, dress, garb.
1 other meaning: fittings
- 2fittings
- The equipment, furnishings or fixtures with which something such as a room, ship or building is fitted out.Also: fixtures, furnishings, equipment, rigging.
“Feisteas” with the article
The plural of outfit in Irish is feistis. Here is feisteas after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Feisteas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using feisteas, the Irish word for outfit.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Outfit in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for outfit?
The Irish for outfit is feisteas (pronounced “FESH-tyuss”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is feistis. Depending on context it can also mean fittings.
How do you pronounce feisteas in Irish?
Feisteas is said like “FESH-tyuss” (IPA /ˈfʲɛʃtʲəs/).
What is the plural of outfit in Irish?
The plural of feisteas is feistis; with the article, na feistis means “the outfits”. The genitive plural is feisteas, as in siopa feisteas (an outfitter's shop).
Does feisteas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Feisteas can mean outfit or fittings, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does feisteas change to fheisteas or bhfeisteas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) feisteas becomes m'fheisteas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfeisteas (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'feisteas' and 'culaith'?
'Culaith' usually means a suit or a specific costume, while 'feisteas' is a more general word for an outfit or attire, and can also mean fittings. 'Culaith shnámha' is a swimsuit, but you would say 'feisteas nua' for a new outfit.
