HeyRuaHow to say “slope” in Irish
- Irish:
- fánán
- English:
- slope, ramp
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAW-nawn” /ˈfˠaːnˠaːnˠ/
- Plural:
- fánáin (slopes)
- Genitive singular:
- fánáin, an fhánáin (e.g. bun an fhánáin, the bottom of the slope)
- Genitive plural:
- fánán, na bhfánán (e.g. tógáil na bhfánán, the building of the ramps)
What does “fánán” mean?
“Fánán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- slope
- A gentle downward slope or incline of ground.Also: incline, declivity, gradient.
“Fánán” with the article
The plural of slope in Irish is fánáin. Here is fánán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fánán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fánán, the Irish word for slope.
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Slope in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for slope?
The Irish for slope is fánán (pronounced “FAW-nawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fánáin. Depending on context it can also mean ramp.
How do you pronounce fánán in Irish?
Fánán is said like “FAW-nawn” (IPA /ˈfˠaːnˠaːnˠ/).
What is the plural of slope in Irish?
The plural of fánán is fánáin; with the article, na fánáin means “the slopes”. The genitive plural is fánán, as in tógáil na bhfánán (the building of the ramps).
Does fánán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fánán can mean slope or ramp, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fánán change to fhánán or bhfánán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fánán becomes m'fhánán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfánán (eclipsis).
What is the difference between fánán and fána?
Both mean slope; 'fána' is the general word and appears in 'le fána' (downhill), while 'fánán' often means a gentle slope or a built ramp.
