HeyRuaHow to say “subconscious” in Irish
- Irish:
- fo-chomhfhios
- English:
- subconscious
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FUH-khoh-iss” /ˈfˠɔˌxoːɪsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- fo-chomhfheasa, an fho-chomhfheasa (e.g. cumhacht an fho-chomhfheasa, the power of the subconscious)
What does “fo-chomhfhios” mean?
- subconscious
- The part of the mind that works below conscious awareness, affecting thoughts and feelings without your noticing.Also: subconsciousness, subconscious mind.
“Fo-chomhfhios” with the article
Here is fo-chomhfhios after the article (an t-alt).
“Fo-chomhfhios” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fo-chomhfhios, the Irish word for subconscious.
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Subconscious in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for subconscious?
The Irish for subconscious is fo-chomhfhios (pronounced “FUH-khoh-iss”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce fo-chomhfhios in Irish?
Fo-chomhfhios is said like “FUH-khoh-iss” (IPA /ˈfˠɔˌxoːɪsˠ/).
Does fo-chomhfhios have a plural?
No plural form is given for fo-chomhfhios in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does fo-chomhfhios change to fho-chomhfhios or bhfo-chomhfhios?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fo-chomhfhios becomes m'fho-chomhfhios (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfo-chomhfhios (eclipsis).
How is 'fo-chomhfhios' different from 'comhfhios'?
'Comhfhios' means consciousness or awareness, while 'fo-chomhfhios' adds the prefix 'fo-' (sub-, under) to mean the subconscious.
