HeyRuaHow to say “rowing” in Irish
- Irish:
- iomramh
- English:
- rowing, voyage
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- iomair, to row (ag iomramh, rowing)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “UM-ruv” /ˈʊmˠɾˠəvˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- iomraimh, an iomraimh (e.g. club iomraimh, rowing club)
What does “iomramh” mean?
“Iomramh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rowing
- The act of rowing a boat with oars; it is the verbal noun of the verb iomair.Also: row, oarsmanship, sculling.
1 other meaning: voyage
- 2voyage
- A sea voyage, especially one of the early Irish voyage tales such as Iomramh Bhrain.Also: voyage tale, sea journey, immram.
Other Irish words for rowing: rámhaíocht (rowing), rámhóireacht (rowing)
“Iomramh” as a verbal noun
After ag, iomramh means rowing: it is the verbal noun of the verb iomair (to row). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Iomramh” with the article
Here is iomramh after the article (an t-alt).
“Iomramh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iomramh, the Irish word for rowing.
Other nouns in Irish
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Rowing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rowing?
The Irish for rowing is iomramh (pronounced “UM-ruv”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean voyage.
How do you pronounce iomramh in Irish?
Iomramh is said like “UM-ruv” (IPA /ˈʊmˠɾˠəvˠ/).
Does iomramh have a plural?
No plural form is given for iomramh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iomramh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iomramh can mean rowing or voyage, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iomramh sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-iomramh (the rowing), a hiomramh (her rowing), a n-iomramh (their rowing).
How do I say 'rowing' as an activity in Irish?
Use 'ag iomramh', for example 'Bhíomar ag iomramh', 'We were rowing'. The verb is iomair.
What is an 'iomramh' in Irish literature?
It is a genre of early Irish voyage tale, such as 'Iomramh Bhran', where heroes sail to wondrous islands.
