HeyRuaHow to say “refectory” in Irish
- Irish:
- proinnteach
- English:
- refectory, restaurant
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “PRING-tyakh” /ˈpɾˠɪn̠ʲtʲax/
- Plural:
- proinntithe (refectories)
- Genitive singular:
- proinntí, an phroinntí (e.g. doras an phroinntí, the refectory door)
- Genitive plural:
- proinntithe, na bproinntithe (e.g. foirne na bproinntithe, the staff of the dining halls)
What does “proinnteach” mean?
“Proinnteach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- refectory
- A large room where meals are eaten together, as in a monastery, college or institution.Also: dining hall, canteen, mess hall.
1 other meaning: restaurant
- 2restaurant
- A place where meals are served; sometimes used for an eating house or restaurant.Also: eating house, diner.
“Proinnteach” with the article
The plural of refectory in Irish is proinntithe. Here is proinnteach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Proinnteach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using proinnteach, the Irish word for refectory.
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Refectory in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for refectory?
The Irish for refectory is proinnteach (pronounced “PRING-tyakh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is proinntithe. Depending on context it can also mean restaurant.
How do you pronounce proinnteach in Irish?
Proinnteach is said like “PRING-tyakh” (IPA /ˈpɾˠɪn̠ʲtʲax/).
What is the plural of refectory in Irish?
The plural of proinnteach is proinntithe; with the article, na proinntithe means “the refectories”. The genitive plural is proinntithe, as in foirne na bproinntithe (the staff of the dining halls).
Does proinnteach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Proinnteach can mean refectory or restaurant, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does proinnteach change to phroinnteach or bproinnteach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) proinnteach becomes mo phroinnteach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bproinnteach (eclipsis).
What is the difference between proinnteach and bialann?
Bialann is the usual word for a restaurant, while proinnteach suggests a communal dining hall or refectory, as in a monastery or college. For a workplace canteen, ceaintín is also common.
