HeyRuaHow to say “respect” in Irish
- Irish:
- ómós
- English:
- respect, tribute
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “OH-mohs” /ˈoːmˠoːsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- ómóis, an ómóis (e.g. comhartha ómóis, a mark of respect)
What does “ómós” mean?
“Ómós” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- respect
- A feeling or show of high regard and honour for someone or something.Also: homage, reverence, veneration, deference.
“Ómós” with the article
Here is ómós after the article (an t-alt).
“Ómós” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ómós, the Irish word for respect.
Other nouns in Irish
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Respect in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for respect?
The Irish for respect is ómós (pronounced “OH-mohs”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean tribute.
How do you pronounce ómós in Irish?
Ómós is said like “OH-mohs” (IPA /ˈoːmˠoːsˠ/).
Does ómós have a plural?
No plural form is given for ómós in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ómós have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ómós can mean respect or tribute, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ómós sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-ómós (the respect), a hómós (her respect), a n-ómós (their respect).
What is the difference between 'ómós' and 'meas'?
'Meas' is the everyday word for respect or esteem, while 'ómós' is stronger and more formal, closer to homage or reverence. 'Tá meas agam air' is ordinary; 'in ómós do' is used for tributes.
How do I say 'in honour of' someone?
Use 'in ómós do', for example 'cuimhneachán in ómós do na mairbh', a memorial in honour of the dead.
