HeyRuaHow to say “Roman” in Irish
- Irish:
- Rómhánach
- English:
- Roman, Roman Catholic
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ROH-vaw-nukh” /ˈɾˠoːwaːnˠəx/
- Plural:
- Rómhánaigh (Romans)
- Genitive singular:
- Rómhánaigh, an Rómhánaigh (e.g. claíomh an Rómhánaigh, the Roman's sword)
- Genitive plural:
- Rómhánach, na Rómhánach (e.g. impireacht na Rómhánach, the empire of the Romans)
What does “Rómhánach” mean?
“Rómhánach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- Roman
- A person from Rome, especially a citizen of ancient Rome.Also: Roman citizen, person from Rome, ancient Roman.
1 other meaning: Roman Catholic
- 2Roman Catholic
- A member of the Roman Catholic Church (informal usage).Also: Catholic, papist.
“Rómhánach” with the article
The plural of Roman in Irish is Rómhánaigh. Here is Rómhánach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rómhánach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Rómhánach, the Irish word for Roman.
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Roman in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Roman?
The Irish for Roman is Rómhánach (pronounced “ROH-vaw-nukh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is Rómhánaigh. Depending on context it can also mean Roman Catholic.
How do you pronounce Rómhánach in Irish?
Rómhánach is said like “ROH-vaw-nukh” (IPA /ˈɾˠoːwaːnˠəx/).
What is the plural of Roman in Irish?
The plural of Rómhánach is Rómhánaigh; with the article, na Rómhánaigh means “the Romans”. The genitive plural is Rómhánach, as in impireacht na Rómhánach (the empire of the Romans).
Does Rómhánach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rómhánach can mean Roman or Roman Catholic, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is Rómhánach also an adjective?
Yes, Rómhánach is also the adjective 'Roman', as in an Impireacht Rómhánach, the Roman Empire.
How do you say Rome in Irish?
Rome is an Róimh, and its genitive is na Róimhe, as in cathair na Róimhe.
