HeyRuaHow to say “publication” in Irish
- Irish:
- foilsiú
- English:
- publication, revelation, manifestation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- foilsigh, to publish (ag foilsiú, publishing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FIL-shoo” /ˈfˠɪlʲʃuː/
- Genitive singular:
- foilsithe, an fhoilsithe (e.g. dáta foilsithe an leabhair, the publication date of the book)
What does “foilsiú” mean?
“Foilsiú” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- publication
- The act of publishing something such as a book, report or article; verbal noun of foilsigh.Also: publishing, publishing of a book, issuing.
2 other meanings: revelation or manifestation
- 2revelation
- The act of revealing or making something known; verbal noun of foilsigh.Also: revealing, disclosure, making known.
- 3manifestation
- The process of becoming visible or manifest.Also: appearance, showing.
Other Irish words for publication: foilseachán (publication)
“Foilsiú” as a verbal noun
After ag, foilsiú means publishing: it is the verbal noun of the verb foilsigh (to publish). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Foilsiú” with the article
Here is foilsiú after the article (an t-alt).
“Foilsiú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using foilsiú, the Irish word for publication.
Other nouns in Irish
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Publication in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for publication?
The Irish for publication is foilsiú (pronounced “FIL-shoo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean revelation or manifestation.
How do you pronounce foilsiú in Irish?
Foilsiú is said like “FIL-shoo” (IPA /ˈfˠɪlʲʃuː/).
Does foilsiú have a plural?
No plural form is given for foilsiú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does foilsiú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Foilsiú can mean publication, revelation or manifestation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does foilsiú change to fhoilsiú or bhfoilsiú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) foilsiú becomes m'fhoilsiú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfoilsiú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between foilsiú and foilseachán?
Foilsiú is the act of publishing, while foilseachán is the thing published, such as a book or magazine.
How do I say 'ready for publication'?
Use 'réidh le foilsiú', for example 'Tá an leabhar réidh le foilsiú'.
