HeyRuaHow to say “sponsorship” in Irish
- Irish:
- urrú
- English:
- sponsorship, guaranteeing
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- urraigh, to sponsor (ag urrú, sponsoring)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “UR-oo” /ˈʊɾˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- urraithe, an urraithe (e.g. conradh urraithe, sponsorship contract)
What does “urrú” mean?
“Urrú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- sponsorship
- The act of sponsoring someone or something, such as an event or team, especially by providing money; the verbal noun of the verb urraigh.Also: sponsoring, backing, funding.
1 other meaning: guaranteeing
- 2guaranteeing
- The act of standing surety or guarantor for someone or something; verbal noun of urraigh.Also: guarantee, surety, underwriting.
“Urrú” as a verbal noun
After ag, urrú means sponsoring: it is the verbal noun of the verb urraigh (to sponsor). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Urrú” with the article
Here is urrú after the article (an t-alt).
“Urrú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using urrú, the Irish word for sponsorship.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Sponsorship in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for sponsorship?
The Irish for sponsorship is urrú (pronounced “UR-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean guaranteeing.
How do you pronounce urrú in Irish?
Urrú is said like “UR-oo” (IPA /ˈʊɾˠuː/).
Does urrú have a plural?
No plural form is given for urrú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does urrú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Urrú can mean sponsorship or guaranteeing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does urrú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-urrú (the sponsorship), a hurrú (her sponsorship), a n-urrú (their sponsorship).
What is the difference between urrú and urraitheoir?
Urrú is the act of sponsoring, sponsorship, while urraitheoir is the person or company that sponsors, the sponsor.
