HeyRuaHow to say “perpetuation” in Irish
- Irish:
- buanú
- English:
- perpetuation, fixing
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- buanaigh, to perpetuate (ag buanú, perpetuating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “BWAN-oo” /ˈbˠuən̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- buanaithe, an bhuanaithe (e.g. próiseas buanaithe, process of perpetuation)
What does “buanú” mean?
“Buanú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- perpetuation
- The act of making something lasting or permanent; the verbal noun of the verb 'buanaigh'.Also: making permanent, preservation, establishment.
1 other meaning: fixing
- 2fixing
- The act of fixing or setting something so that it lasts, such as a dye or a photograph; also the confirming of someone in a permanent post.Also: fixation, confirmation, permanency.
“Buanú” as a verbal noun
After ag, buanú means perpetuating: it is the verbal noun of the verb buanaigh (to perpetuate). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Buanú” with the article
Here is buanú after the article (an t-alt).
“Buanú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using buanú, the Irish word for perpetuation.
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Perpetuation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for perpetuation?
The Irish for perpetuation is buanú (pronounced “BWAN-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fixing.
How do you pronounce buanú in Irish?
Buanú is said like “BWAN-oo” (IPA /ˈbˠuən̪ˠuː/).
Does buanú have a plural?
No plural form is given for buanú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does buanú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Buanú can mean perpetuation or fixing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does buanú change to bhuanú or mbuanú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) buanú becomes mo bhuanú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbuanú (eclipsis).
What verb is 'buanú' related to?
It is the verbal noun of 'buanaigh' (perpetuate, make permanent), from the adjective 'buan' (lasting).
