HeyRuaHow to say “proof” in Irish
- Irish:
- profa
- English:
- proof, proof strength
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PROF-uh” /ˈpˠɾˠɔfˠə/
- Plural:
- profaí (proofs)
- Genitive singular:
- profa, an phrofa (e.g. ceartú an phrofa, the correction of the proof)
- Genitive plural:
- profaí, na bprofaí (e.g. léamh profaí, proofreading)
What does “profa” mean?
“Profa” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- proof
- A trial printed copy of a text that is checked for mistakes before final printing.Also: printer's proof, galley proof, proof copy.
“Profa” with the article
The plural of proof in Irish is profaí. Here is profa after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Profa” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using profa, the Irish word for proof.
Other nouns in Irish
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Proof in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for proof?
The Irish for proof is profa (pronounced “PROF-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is profaí. Depending on context it can also mean proof strength.
How do you pronounce profa in Irish?
Profa is said like “PROF-uh” (IPA /ˈpˠɾˠɔfˠə/).
What is the plural of proof in Irish?
The plural of profa is profaí; with the article, na profaí means “the proofs”. The genitive plural is profaí, as in léamh profaí (proofreading).
Does profa have more than one meaning?
Yes. Profa can mean proof or proof strength, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does profa change to phrofa or bprofa?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) profa becomes mo phrofa (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bprofa (eclipsis).
Is 'profa' the word for proof in the sense of evidence?
No. 'Profa' is a printer's proof or alcohol proof; evidence or proof of something is 'cruthúnas'.
