HeyRuaHow to say “preparation” in Irish
- Irish:
- ullmhú
- English:
- preparation, warm-up
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- ullmhaigh, to prepare (ag ullmhú, preparing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “UL-uh-voo” /ˈʊl̪ˠəwuː/
- Plural:
- ullmhuithe (preparations)
- Genitive singular:
- ullmhaithe, an ullmhaithe (e.g. obair ullmhaithe, preparation work)
- Genitive plural:
- ullmhuithe, na n-ullmhuithe (e.g. le linn na n-ullmhuithe, during the preparations)
What does “ullmhú” mean?
“Ullmhú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- preparation
- The act of getting something or someone ready; the verbal noun of the verb ullmhaigh (prepare).Also: preparing, getting ready, readying.
1 other meaning: warm-up
- 2warm-up
- Light exercise done to get the body ready before sport or training.Also: warming up, warm up exercise.
Other Irish words for preparation: ullmhúchán (preparation)
“Ullmhú” as a verbal noun
After ag, ullmhú means preparing: it is the verbal noun of the verb ullmhaigh (to prepare). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Ullmhú” with the article
The plural of preparation in Irish is ullmhuithe. Here is ullmhú after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ullmhú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ullmhú, the Irish word for preparation.
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Preparation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for preparation?
The Irish for preparation is ullmhú (pronounced “UL-uh-voo”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is ullmhuithe. Depending on context it can also mean warm-up.
How do you pronounce ullmhú in Irish?
Ullmhú is said like “UL-uh-voo” (IPA /ˈʊl̪ˠəwuː/).
What is the plural of preparation in Irish?
The plural of ullmhú is ullmhuithe; with the article, na hullmhuithe means “the preparations”. The genitive plural is ullmhuithe, as in le linn na n-ullmhuithe (during the preparations).
Does ullmhú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ullmhú can mean preparation or warm-up, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ullmhú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-ullmhú (the preparation), a hullmhú (her preparation), a n-ullmhú (their preparation), na hullmhuithe (the preparations).
What is the difference between ullmhú and ullmhacht?
Ullmhú is the act of preparing, while ullmhacht means readiness or preparedness, the state of being ready.
How do I say 'I am getting ready'?
Use the verbal noun: Tá mé ag ullmhú, or more colloquially Tá mé ag réiteach.
