HeyRuaHow to say “repossession” in Irish
- Irish:
- athsheilbh
- English:
- repossession
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-hel-iv” /ˈahˌhɛlʲəvʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- athsheilbhe, na hathsheilbhe (e.g. ordú athsheilbhe, repossession order)
What does “athsheilbh” mean?
- repossession
- The taking back of property, such as a house or car, by a lender or owner, usually because payments were not made.Also: re-possession, recovery of possession, taking back.
“Athsheilbh” with the article
Here is athsheilbh after the article (an t-alt).
“Athsheilbh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using athsheilbh, the Irish word for repossession.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Repossession in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for repossession?
The Irish for repossession is athsheilbh (pronounced “AH-hel-iv”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce athsheilbh in Irish?
Athsheilbh is said like “AH-hel-iv” (IPA /ˈahˌhɛlʲəvʲ/).
Does athsheilbh have a plural?
No plural form is given for athsheilbh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does athsheilbh sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an athsheilbh (the repossession), a hathsheilbh (her repossession), a n-athsheilbh (their repossession).
How is 'athsheilbh' related to 'seilbh'?
It is 'seilbh' (possession) with the prefix 'ath-' (re-), which lenites it, so 'athsheilbh' means repossession, as in 'athsheilbh a ghlacadh ar theach' (to repossess a house).
