HeyRuaHow to say “prophet” in Irish
- Irish:
- fáidh
- English:
- prophet, wise man
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “faw-ee” /fˠɑːj/
- Plural:
- fáithe (prophets)
- Genitive singular:
- fáidh, an fháidh (e.g. focail an fháidh, the words of the prophet)
- Genitive plural:
- fáithe, na bhfáithe (e.g. leabhair na bhfáithe, the books of the prophets)
What does “fáidh” mean?
“Fáidh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- prophet
- A person believed to speak by divine inspiration or to foretell the future.Also: seer, soothsayer, prophetess.
1 other meaning: wise man
- 2wise man
- A person of great wisdom and good judgement; a sage.Also: sage.
“Fáidh” with the article
The plural of prophet in Irish is fáithe. Here is fáidh after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fáidh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fáidh, the Irish word for prophet.
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Prophet in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for prophet?
The Irish for prophet is fáidh (pronounced “faw-ee”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fáithe. Depending on context it can also mean wise man.
How do you pronounce fáidh in Irish?
Fáidh is said like “faw-ee” (IPA /fˠɑːj/).
What is the plural of prophet in Irish?
The plural of fáidh is fáithe; with the article, na fáithe means “the prophets”. The genitive plural is fáithe, as in leabhair na bhfáithe (the books of the prophets).
Does fáidh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fáidh can mean prophet or wise man, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fáidh change to fháidh or bhfáidh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fáidh becomes m'fháidh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfáidh (eclipsis).
What is the Irish word for prophecy?
A prophecy is 'tairngreacht', and to prophesy is 'tairngir'. 'Fáidh' is the person who prophesies.
Is there a proverb with 'fáidh'?
Yes: 'Ní bhíonn aon fháidh ina thír féin' means a prophet is not honoured in his own country.
