HeyRuaHow to say “recovery” in Irish
- Irish:
- athshlánú
- English:
- recovery, rehabilitation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- athshlánaigh, to rehabilitate (ag athshlánú, rehabilitating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-hlaw-noo” /ˈahl̪ˠɑːn̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- athshlánaithe, an athshlánaithe (e.g. tréimhse athshlánaithe, period of recovery)
What does “athshlánú” mean?
“Athshlánú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- recovery
- The process of getting well again after an illness or injury; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'athshlánaigh'.Also: convalescence, recuperation, healing.
“Athshlánú” as a verbal noun
After ag, athshlánú means rehabilitating: it is the verbal noun of the verb athshlánaigh (to rehabilitate). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Athshlánú” with the article
Here is athshlánú after the article (an t-alt).
“Athshlánú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using athshlánú, the Irish word for recovery.
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Recovery in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for recovery?
The Irish for recovery is athshlánú (pronounced “AH-hlaw-noo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean rehabilitation.
How do you pronounce athshlánú in Irish?
Athshlánú is said like “AH-hlaw-noo” (IPA /ˈahl̪ˠɑːn̪ˠuː/).
Does athshlánú have a plural?
No plural form is given for athshlánú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does athshlánú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Athshlánú can mean recovery or rehabilitation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does athshlánú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-athshlánú (the recovery), a hathshlánú (her recovery), a n-athshlánú (their recovery).
What is the difference between 'athshlánú' and 'téarnamh'?
Both can mean recovery, but 'téarnamh' is the everyday word for getting better, while 'athshlánú' is more formal and often used for rehabilitation, as in 'ionad athshlánaithe'.
