HeyRuaHow to say “remnant” in Irish
- Irish:
- iarsma
- English:
- remnant, aftereffect, survivor
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “EER-smuh” /iəɾˠsˠmˠə/
- Plural:
- iarsmaí (remnants)
- Genitive singular:
- iarsma, an iarsma (e.g. bunús an iarsma, the origin of the remnant)
- Genitive plural:
- iarsmaí, na n-iarsmaí (e.g. bailiúchán na n-iarsmaí, the collection of the relics)
What does “iarsma” mean?
“Iarsma” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- remnant
- Something that remains from what existed before, such as a relic or trace of an earlier time.Also: remainder, relic, remains, trace.
2 other meanings: aftereffect or survivor
- 2aftereffect
- A lingering effect or consequence, often a bad one, left after an illness or event.Also: ill effect, consequence, after-effect.
- 3survivor
- A surviving member or descendant of a family or group.Also: surviving progeny, descendant.
Other Irish words for remnant: fuílleach (remainder), fuíoll (remainder)
“Iarsma” with the article
The plural of remnant in Irish is iarsmaí. Here is iarsma after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Iarsma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iarsma, the Irish word for remnant.
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Remnant in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for remnant?
The Irish for remnant is iarsma (pronounced “EER-smuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is iarsmaí. Depending on context it can also mean aftereffect or survivor.
How do you pronounce iarsma in Irish?
Iarsma is said like “EER-smuh” (IPA /iəɾˠsˠmˠə/).
What is the plural of remnant in Irish?
The plural of iarsma is iarsmaí; with the article, na hiarsmaí means “the remnants”. The genitive plural is iarsmaí, as in bailiúchán na n-iarsmaí (the collection of the relics).
Does iarsma have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iarsma can mean remnant, aftereffect or survivor, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iarsma sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-iarsma (the remnant), a hiarsma (her remnant), a n-iarsma (their remnant), na hiarsmaí (the remnants).
What is the difference between 'iarsma' and 'iarsmalann'?
'Iarsma' is a relic or remnant, while 'iarsmalann' is a museum, literally a place for relics.
How do I say 'side effect' of a medicine?
Use 'fo-iarsma', for example 'fo-iarsmaí an leighis', the side effects of the medicine.
