HeyRuaHow to say “staying” in Irish
- Irish:
- fanacht
- English:
- staying, waiting
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- fan, to wait (ag fanacht, waiting)
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAN-ukht” /ˈfˠanˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- fanachta, an fhanachta (e.g. seomra fanachta, waiting room)
What does “fanacht” mean?
“Fanacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- staying
- The verbal noun of 'fan': the act of staying or remaining in a place.Also: stay, remaining, sojourn.
1 other meaning: waiting
- 2waiting
- The verbal noun of 'fan': the act of waiting for someone or something.Also: wait, delay.
Other Irish words for staying: fanúint (waiting)
“Fanacht” as a verbal noun
After ag, fanacht means waiting: it is the verbal noun of the verb fan (to wait). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Fanacht” with the article
Here is fanacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Fanacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fanacht, the Irish word for staying.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Staying in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for staying?
The Irish for staying is fanacht (pronounced “FAN-ukht”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean waiting.
How do you pronounce fanacht in Irish?
Fanacht is said like “FAN-ukht” (IPA /ˈfˠanˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does fanacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for fanacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fanacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fanacht can mean staying or waiting, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fanacht change to fhanacht or bhfanacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fanacht becomes m'fhanacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfanacht (eclipsis).
How do I say 'wait for' someone in Irish?
Use the preposition 'le': 'ag fanacht le Máire' means 'waiting for Máire'.
Does 'fanacht' mean staying as well as waiting?
Yes, 'Tá mé ag fanacht in óstán' means 'I am staying in a hotel', and 'Fan anseo' means 'Stay here'.
