HeyRuaHow to say “Philip” in Irish
- Irish:
- Pilib
- English:
- Philip
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PIL-ib” /ˈpʲɪlʲəbʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Pilib (e.g. teach Philib, Philip's house)
What does “Pilib” mean?
- Philip
- A male first name, the Irish form of Philip.Also: phillip, male name.
“Pilib” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Pilib, the Irish word for Philip.
Pilib is ainm do mo dheartháir.
My brother's name is Philip.
Tá Pilib ag obair i mBaile Átha Cliath.
Philip is working in Dublin.
Chonaic mé Pilib ar an mbus inné.
I saw Philip on the bus yesterday.
Is é seo carr Philib.
This is Philip's car.
A Philib, an dtiocfaidh tú linn?
Philip, will you come with us?
Thug mé an leabhar do Philib.
I gave the book to Philip.
Tá máthair Philib an-chairdiúil.
Philip's mother is very friendly.
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Philip in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Philip?
The Irish for Philip is Pilib (pronounced “PIL-ib”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce Pilib in Irish?
Pilib is said like “PIL-ib” (IPA /ˈpʲɪlʲəbʲ/).
Does Pilib have a plural?
No. Pilib is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
What happens to Pilib when you address someone directly?
In the vocative it is lenited after the particle a: "A Philib!" means "Philip!".
