HeyRuaHow to say “singing” in Irish
- Irish:
- amhránaíocht
- English:
- singing
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “OW-raw-nee-ukht” /ˈəuɾˠaːnˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- amhránaíochta, na hamhránaíochta (e.g. ranganna amhránaíochta, singing classes)
What does “amhránaíocht” mean?
- singing
- The act or art of singing songs.Also: song, vocal music, chanting.
Other Irish words for singing: canadh (singing)
“Amhránaíocht” with the article
Here is amhránaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Amhránaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using amhránaíocht, the Irish word for singing.
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Singing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for singing?
The Irish for singing is amhránaíocht (pronounced “OW-raw-nee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce amhránaíocht in Irish?
Amhránaíocht is said like “OW-raw-nee-ukht” (IPA /ˈəuɾˠaːnˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does amhránaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for amhránaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does amhránaíocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an amhránaíocht (the singing), a hamhránaíocht (her singing), a n-amhránaíocht (their singing).
What is the difference between amhrán and amhránaíocht?
Amhrán is a single song, while amhránaíocht is the activity of singing. To say someone is singing, use 'ag canadh' or 'ag gabháil fhoinn', e.g. 'Tá sí ag canadh'.
