HeyRuaHow to say “pronunciation” in Irish
- Irish:
- fuaimniú
- English:
- pronunciation, sounding
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- fuaimnigh, to pronounce (ag fuaimniú, pronouncing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FOO-um-noo” /ˈfˠuəmʲnʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- fuaimnithe, an fhuaimnithe (e.g. rialacha an fhuaimnithe, the rules of pronunciation)
What does “fuaimniú” mean?
“Fuaimniú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pronunciation
- The way a word or language is spoken aloud; also the verbal noun of fuaimnigh, the act of pronouncing.Also: pronouncing, articulation, enunciation.
1 other meaning: sounding
- 2sounding
- The act of making something sound or giving out a sound, as the verbal noun of fuaimnigh.Also: resounding.
“Fuaimniú” as a verbal noun
After ag, fuaimniú means pronouncing: it is the verbal noun of the verb fuaimnigh (to pronounce). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Fuaimniú” with the article
Here is fuaimniú after the article (an t-alt).
“Fuaimniú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fuaimniú, the Irish word for pronunciation.
Other nouns in Irish
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Pronunciation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pronunciation?
The Irish for pronunciation is fuaimniú (pronounced “FOO-um-noo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean sounding.
How do you pronounce fuaimniú in Irish?
Fuaimniú is said like “FOO-um-noo” (IPA /ˈfˠuəmʲnʲuː/).
Does fuaimniú have a plural?
No plural form is given for fuaimniú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fuaimniú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fuaimniú can mean pronunciation or sounding, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fuaimniú change to fhuaimniú or bhfuaimniú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fuaimniú becomes m'fhuaimniú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfuaimniú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between fuaimniú and blas?
Fuaimniú is the way words are pronounced, while blas often refers to a speaker's accent or native-like quality, as in 'tá blas maith aige'.
