HeyRuaHow to say “repurchase” in Irish
- Irish:
- athcheannach
- English:
- repurchase, redemption
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-hyan-ukh” /ˈahˌçanˠəx/
- Genitive singular:
- athcheannaigh, an athcheannaigh (e.g. praghas an athcheannaigh, the repurchase price)
What does “athcheannach” mean?
“Athcheannach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- repurchase
- The act of buying something back again; it is the verbal noun of the verb athcheannaigh.Also: buying back, buy-back, redemption.
1 other meaning: redemption
- 2redemption
- In religious use, the act of saving or redeeming people from sin.Also: ransom.
“Athcheannach” with the article
Here is athcheannach after the article (an t-alt).
“Athcheannach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using athcheannach, the Irish word for repurchase.
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Repurchase in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for repurchase?
The Irish for repurchase is athcheannach (pronounced “AH-hyan-ukh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean redemption.
How do you pronounce athcheannach in Irish?
Athcheannach is said like “AH-hyan-ukh” (IPA /ˈahˌçanˠəx/).
Does athcheannach have a plural?
No plural form is given for athcheannach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does athcheannach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Athcheannach can mean repurchase or redemption, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does athcheannach sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-athcheannach (the repurchase), a hathcheannach (her repurchase), a n-athcheannach (their repurchase).
How is athcheannach different from ceannach?
Ceannach is simply buying, while athcheannach adds the prefix ath- 'again' and means buying back something previously owned or sold.
