HeyRuaHow to say “prehistory” in Irish
- Irish:
- réamhstair
- English:
- prehistory
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAYV-stahr” /ˈɾʲeːw̃sˌt̪ˠaɾʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- réamhstaire, na réamhstaire (e.g. staidéar na réamhstaire, the study of prehistory)
What does “réamhstair” mean?
- prehistory
- The period of human history before written records existed.Also: prehistoric times, prehistoric period.
“Réamhstair” with the article
Here is réamhstair after the article (an t-alt).
an réamhstair
the prehistory
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“Réamhstair” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réamhstair, the Irish word for prehistory.
Is breá liom réamhstair na hÉireann.
I love Irish prehistory.
Tá spéis mhór aici sa réamhstair.
She has a great interest in prehistory.
Is ón réamhstair an tuama seo.
This tomb dates from prehistory.
Foghlaimímid faoin réamhstair ar scoil.
We learn about prehistory at school.
Is saineolaí ar an réamhstair é m'uncail.
My uncle is an expert on prehistory.
Tá an leabhar seo faoi réamhstair na hEorpa.
This book is about the prehistory of Europe.
Tá a lán rúndiamhair i dtréimhse na réamhstaire.
There is a lot of mystery in the prehistoric period.
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Prehistory in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for prehistory?
The Irish for prehistory is réamhstair (pronounced “RAYV-stahr”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce réamhstair in Irish?
Réamhstair is said like “RAYV-stahr” (IPA /ˈɾʲeːw̃sˌt̪ˠaɾʲ/).
Does réamhstair have a plural?
No plural form is given for réamhstair in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How do I say 'prehistoric' in Irish?
Use the adjective 'réamhstairiúil' or phrases like 'ón réamhstair', e.g. 'uaigh réamhstairiúil' for a prehistoric grave.
