HeyRuaHow to say “quickness” in Irish
- Irish:
- tapa
- English:
- quickness, vigour
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TAP-uh” /ˈt̪ˠapˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- tapa, an tapa (e.g. neart an tapa, the strength of the speed)
What does “tapa” mean?
“Tapa” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- quickness
- Speed or quickness of movement or action; the noun use of the word, as in 'ar do thapa', at your fastest.Also: speed, haste.
1 other meaning: vigour
“Tapa” with the article
Here is tapa after the article (an t-alt).
“Tapa” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tapa, the Irish word for quickness.
Other nouns in Irish
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Quickness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for quickness?
The Irish for quickness is tapa (pronounced “TAP-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean vigour.
How do you pronounce tapa in Irish?
Tapa is said like “TAP-uh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠapˠə/).
Does tapa have a plural?
No plural form is given for tapa in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does tapa have more than one meaning?
Yes. Tapa can mean quickness or vigour, depending on context; the first is the most common. Tapa also has its own entry as an adjective meaning quick.
Why does tapa change to thapa or dtapa?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tapa becomes mo thapa (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtapa (eclipsis).
What does 'ar do thapa' mean?
'Ar do thapa' means as fast as you can, for example 'Rith ar do thapa', run at your fastest.
Is 'tapa' the usual word for speed?
For speed in general, 'luas' is more common; 'tapa' as a noun is mostly found in set phrases like 'ar a thapa' and 'de thapa na huaire'.
