HeyRuaHow to say “reincarnation” in Irish
- Irish:
- athionchollú
- English:
- reincarnation, reincarnating
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-hin-khul-oo” /ˈahɪnˌxʊl̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- athionchollaithe, an athionchollaithe (e.g. teoiric an athionchollaithe, the theory of reincarnation)
What does “athionchollú” mean?
“Athionchollú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- reincarnation
- The rebirth of a soul in a new body after death; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'athionchollaigh'.Also: rebirth, transmigration of souls.
1 other meaning: reincarnating
- 2reincarnating
- The act of being born again in another body; the verbal noun of 'athionchollaigh'.Also: being reborn, reincarnate.
“Athionchollú” with the article
Here is athionchollú after the article (an t-alt).
“Athionchollú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using athionchollú, the Irish word for reincarnation.
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Reincarnation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for reincarnation?
The Irish for reincarnation is athionchollú (pronounced “AH-hin-khul-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean reincarnating.
How do you pronounce athionchollú in Irish?
Athionchollú is said like “AH-hin-khul-oo” (IPA /ˈahɪnˌxʊl̪ˠuː/).
Does athionchollú have a plural?
No plural form is given for athionchollú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does athionchollú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Athionchollú can mean reincarnation or reincarnating, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does athionchollú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-athionchollú (the reincarnation), a hathionchollú (her reincarnation), a n-athionchollú (their reincarnation).
How is 'athionchollú' related to 'ionchollú'?
'Ionchollú' means incarnation, especially the Incarnation of Christ, and the prefix 'ath-' (again) gives 'athionchollú', reincarnation.
