HeyRuaHow to say “standing” in Irish
- Irish:
- seasamh
- English:
- standing, endurance, stand
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- seas, to stand (ag seasamh, standing)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SHAS-uv” /ˈʃasˠəvˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- seasaimh, an tseasaimh (e.g. páipéar seasaimh, position paper)
What does “seasamh” mean?
“Seasamh” has four alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- standing
- The verbal noun of 'seas', the act or position of standing upright on your feet.Also: standing position, stand, upright position.
3 other meanings: endurance or stand
- 2endurance
- The ability of a person or thing to last, hold out or resist wear.Also: durability, staying power, resistance, wear.
- 3stand
- A position or stance taken on an issue, or a firm stand against something.Also: stance, position, standpoint.
- 4standing
- A person's status or reputation, or the reliance that can be placed on someone.Also: status, reliance, dependability.
Other Irish words for standing: stádas (status)
“Seasamh” as a verbal noun
After ag, seasamh means standing: it is the verbal noun of the verb seas (to stand). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Seasamh” with the article
Here is seasamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Seasamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using seasamh, the Irish word for standing.
Other nouns in Irish
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Standing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for standing?
The Irish for standing is seasamh (pronounced “SHAS-uv”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean endurance or stand.
How do you pronounce seasamh in Irish?
Seasamh is said like “SHAS-uv” (IPA /ˈʃasˠəvˠ/).
Does seasamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for seasamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does seasamh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Seasamh can mean standing, endurance or stand, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does seasamh change to sheasamh?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo sheasamh. After ár (our) it stays ár seasamh, because s does not take eclipsis.
How do I say 'I am standing' in Irish?
Use the possessive with 'i': 'Tá mé i mo sheasamh', 'tá sé ina sheasamh', 'tá sí ina seasamh'. Irish describes the state rather than using a continuous verb form.
What does 'as a sheasamh' mean?
'Thit sé as a sheasamh' means he collapsed or fell where he stood, literally fell out of his standing.
