HeyRuaHow to say “recitation” in Irish
- Irish:
- aithris
- English:
- recitation, imitation, report
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- aithris, to recite (ag aithris, reciting)
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-rish” /ˈahɾʲəʃ/
- Genitive singular:
- aithrise, na haithrise (e.g. deireadh na haithrise, the end of the recitation)
What does “aithris” mean?
“Aithris” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- recitation
- The act of reciting or narrating something aloud, such as a poem or story; verbal noun of the verb 'aithris'.Also: narration, reciting, telling, relating.
2 other meanings: imitation or report
- 2imitation
- The act of copying or mimicking someone's speech, manner or actions.Also: mimicry, mimicking, copying, impersonation.
- 3report
- An account or report of something, as in 'de réir aithrise', according to report.Also: account.
“Aithris” as a verbal noun
After ag, aithris means reciting: it is the verbal noun of the verb aithris (to recite). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Aithris” with the article
Here is aithris after the article (an t-alt).
“Aithris” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aithris, the Irish word for recitation.
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Recitation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for recitation?
The Irish for recitation is aithris (pronounced “AH-rish”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean imitation or report.
How do you pronounce aithris in Irish?
Aithris is said like “AH-rish” (IPA /ˈahɾʲəʃ/).
Does aithris have a plural?
No plural form is given for aithris in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does aithris have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aithris can mean recitation, imitation or report, depending on context; the first is the most common. Aithris also has its own entry as a verb meaning to recite.
Why does aithris sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aithris (the recitation), a haithris (her recitation), a n-aithris (their recitation).
How do I say 'imitate someone' with aithris?
Use 'déan aithris ar', for example 'Rinne sé aithris ar a athair', he imitated his father.
Is aithris also a verb?
Yes, 'aithris' is also the verb 'recite, relate', as in 'D'aithris sí dán', she recited a poem; the noun is its verbal noun.
