HeyRuaHow to say “storytelling” in Irish
- Irish:
- seanchaíocht
- English:
- storytelling, chat
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “SHAN-uh-khee-ukht” /ˈʃanəxiːəxt/
- Genitive singular:
- seanchaíochta, na seanchaíochta (e.g. traidisiún na seanchaíochta, the tradition of storytelling)
What does “seanchaíocht” mean?
“Seanchaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- storytelling
- The traditional art of telling stories and lore, as done by a seanchaí.Also: traditional storytelling, lore, folklore.
1 other meaning: chat
- 2chat
- Talk or chat about old times, often long and leisurely.Also: talk, gossip, reminiscence.
Other Irish words for storytelling: scéalaíocht (storytelling)
“Seanchaíocht” with the article
Here is seanchaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Seanchaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using seanchaíocht, the Irish word for storytelling.
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Storytelling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for storytelling?
The Irish for storytelling is seanchaíocht (pronounced “SHAN-uh-khee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean chat.
How do you pronounce seanchaíocht in Irish?
Seanchaíocht is said like “SHAN-uh-khee-ukht” (IPA /ˈʃanəxiːəxt/).
Does seanchaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for seanchaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does seanchaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Seanchaíocht can mean storytelling or chat, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does seanchaíocht change to sheanchaíocht?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo sheanchaíocht. After ár (our) it stays ár seanchaíocht, because s does not take eclipsis.
How is seanchaíocht different from scéalaíocht?
Scéalaíocht is storytelling in general, while seanchaíocht suggests the traditional lore and tales of a seanchaí, including local history and genealogy.
