HeyRuaHow to say “reconstruction” in Irish
- Irish:
- athdhéanamh
- English:
- reconstruction, renovation, remake
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- athdhéan, to redo (ag athdhéanamh, redoing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-yay-nuv” /ˈahˌjeːnˠəw/
- Genitive singular:
- athdhéanta, an athdhéanta (e.g. obair an athdhéanta, the reconstruction work)
What does “athdhéanamh” mean?
“Athdhéanamh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- reconstruction
- The act of rebuilding or remaking something; the verbal noun of the verb athdhéan.Also: rebuilding, remaking, redoing.
2 other meanings: renovation or remake
- 2renovation
- The work of restoring or renewing a building or object so that it is like new.Also: restoration, refurbishment.
- 3remake
- A new version of something already made, such as a film, song or text.Also: new version, revision, reworking.
“Athdhéanamh” as a verbal noun
After ag, athdhéanamh means redoing: it is the verbal noun of the verb athdhéan (to redo). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Athdhéanamh” with the article
Here is athdhéanamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Athdhéanamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using athdhéanamh, the Irish word for reconstruction.
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Reconstruction in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for reconstruction?
The Irish for reconstruction is athdhéanamh (pronounced “AH-yay-nuv”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean renovation or remake.
How do you pronounce athdhéanamh in Irish?
Athdhéanamh is said like “AH-yay-nuv” (IPA /ˈahˌjeːnˠəw/).
Does athdhéanamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for athdhéanamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does athdhéanamh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Athdhéanamh can mean reconstruction, renovation or remake, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does athdhéanamh sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-athdhéanamh (the reconstruction), a hathdhéanamh (her reconstruction), a n-athdhéanamh (their reconstruction).
What is the difference between athdhéanamh and athchóiriú?
Athdhéanamh means remaking or rebuilding something, while athchóiriú usually means refurbishing or reforming, as in athchóiriú tí for a house renovation.
