HeyRuaHow to say “shift” in Irish
- Irish:
- iomlaoid
- English:
- shift, exchange
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “UM-lee-ij” /ˈʊmˠl̪ˠiːdʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- iomlaoide, na hiomlaoide (e.g. eochair iomlaoide, shift key)
What does “iomlaoid” mean?
“Iomlaoid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- shift
- A change of position, place or state from one thing to another.Also: change, alternation, fluctuation.
1 other meaning: exchange
- 2exchange
- The act of swapping one thing for another; an interchange.Also: interchange, swap.
Other Irish words for shift: bog (move)
“Iomlaoid” with the article
Here is iomlaoid after the article (an t-alt).
“Iomlaoid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iomlaoid, the Irish word for shift.
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Shift in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for shift?
The Irish for shift is iomlaoid (pronounced “UM-lee-ij”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean exchange.
How do you pronounce iomlaoid in Irish?
Iomlaoid is said like “UM-lee-ij” (IPA /ˈʊmˠl̪ˠiːdʲ/).
Does iomlaoid have a plural?
No plural form is given for iomlaoid in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iomlaoid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iomlaoid can mean shift or exchange, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iomlaoid sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an iomlaoid (the shift), a hiomlaoid (her shift), a n-iomlaoid (their shift).
How is 'iomlaoid' different from 'athrú'?
'Athrú' is the everyday word for change, while 'iomlaoid' is more formal and suggests a shift, alternation or exchange, as in 'eochair iomlaoide' (shift key).
