HeyRuaHow to say “referendum” in Irish
- Irish:
- reifreann
- English:
- referendum
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “REF-ryun” /ˈɾʲɛfʲɾʲən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- reifrinn (referendums)
- Genitive singular:
- reifrinn, an reifrinn (e.g. toradh an reifrinn, the result of the referendum)
- Genitive plural:
- reifreann, na reifreann (e.g. líon na reifreann, the number of referendums)
What does “reifreann” mean?
- referendum
- A vote in which all the people of a country decide directly on a single political question, such as a change to the constitution.Also: plebiscite, popular vote, public vote.
“Reifreann” with the article
The plural of referendum in Irish is reifrinn. Here is reifreann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Reifreann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using reifreann, the Irish word for referendum.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Referendum in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for referendum?
The Irish for referendum is reifreann (pronounced “REF-ryun”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is reifrinn.
How do you pronounce reifreann in Irish?
Reifreann is said like “REF-ryun” (IPA /ˈɾʲɛfʲɾʲən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of referendum in Irish?
The plural of reifreann is reifrinn; with the article, na reifrinn means “the referendums”. The genitive plural is reifreann, as in líon na reifreann (the number of referendums).
What is the difference between 'reifreann' and 'toghchán'?
A 'reifreann' is a vote on a question or proposal, while a 'toghchán' is an election in which people choose representatives.
How do you say 'to hold a referendum' in Irish?
You say 'reifreann a reáchtáil' or 'reifreann a chur ar siúl'.
