HeyRuaHow to say “snoring” in Irish
- Irish:
- srannfach
- English:
- snoring, snorting
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “SROWN-fukh” /ˈsˠɾˠan̪ˠfˠəx/
- Genitive singular:
- srannfaí, na srannfaí (e.g. fuaim na srannfaí, the sound of the snoring)
What does “srannfach” mean?
“Srannfach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- snoring
- The continuous noise of snoring made by someone asleep.Also: snore, snorting.
1 other meaning: snorting
- 2snorting
- Loud snorting or heavy noisy breathing through the nose, as by an animal.Also: snort, wheezing.
Other Irish words for snoring: srann (snore)
“Srannfach” with the article
Here is srannfach after the article (an t-alt).
“Srannfach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using srannfach, the Irish word for snoring.
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Snoring in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for snoring?
The Irish for snoring is srannfach (pronounced “SROWN-fukh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean snorting.
How do you pronounce srannfach in Irish?
Srannfach is said like “SROWN-fukh” (IPA /ˈsˠɾˠan̪ˠfˠəx/).
Does srannfach have a plural?
No plural form is given for srannfach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does srannfach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Srannfach can mean snoring or snorting, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does srannfach change to shrannfach?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shrannfach. After ár (our) it stays ár srannfach, because s does not take eclipsis.
How do I say someone is snoring?
Say 'Tá sé ag srannadh' or 'Tá srannfach air'. 'Srannfach' is the noun for the ongoing noise.
What is the difference between 'srann' and 'srannfach'?
'Srann' is a single snore or snort, while 'srannfach' is continuous snoring or snorting.
