Skinning in Irish (Feannadh): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for skinning?

The Irish for skinning is feannadh (pronounced “FYAN-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fleecing.

Q: Does feannadh have more than one meaning?

Yes. Feannadh can mean skinning or fleecing, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “skinning” in Irish

Irish:: feannadh
English:: skinning, fleecing
Word type:: noun (verbal noun)
Verbal noun of:: feann, to skin (ag feannadh, skinning)
Gender:: masculine
Pronunciation:: “FYAN-uh” /ˈfʲan̪ˠə/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: feannta, an fheannta (e.g. scian feannta, skinning knife)

What does “feannadh” mean?

“Feannadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

skinning: The verbal noun of the verb 'feann': the act of removing the skin or hide from an animal.Also: flaying, stripping.

1 other meaning: fleecing

2fleecing: Figuratively, stripping someone of money or possessions, or criticising them severely.Also: stripping, harsh criticism.

“Feannadh” as a verbal noun

After ag, feannadh means skinning: it is the verbal noun of the verb feann (to skin). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.

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feannadhverbal noun

ag feannadhskinning

“Feannadh” with the article

Here is feannadh after the article (an t-alt).

an feannadh

the skinning

No change after an

“Feannadh” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using feannadh, the Irish word for skinning.

Bhí sé ag feannadh an choinín sa chistin.

He was skinning the rabbit in the kitchen.

Is obair shalach é feannadh.

Skinning is dirty work.

Thosaigh an feannadh tar éis an mharaithe.

The skinning began after the slaughter.

Cheannaigh mé scian feannta nua.

I bought a new skinning knife.

Fuair an t-aire feannadh ón bpreas.

The minister got a flaying from the press.

Ní raibh taithí aige ar fheannadh caorach.

He had no experience of skinning sheep.

Rinne siad feannadh ar na custaiméirí.

They fleeced the customers.

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Skinning in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for skinning?

The Irish for skinning is feannadh (pronounced “FYAN-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fleecing.

How do you pronounce feannadh in Irish?

Feannadh is said like “FYAN-uh” (IPA /ˈfʲan̪ˠə/).

Does feannadh have a plural?

No plural form is given for feannadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does feannadh have more than one meaning?

Yes. Feannadh can mean skinning or fleecing, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does feannadh change to fheannadh or bhfeannadh?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) feannadh becomes m'fheannadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfeannadh (eclipsis).

Can 'feannadh' be used figuratively?

Yes, 'feannadh' can mean fleecing someone or giving them a harsh telling-off, as in 'thug sé feannadh dó'.

Skinning in Irish (Feannadh): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage