HeyRuaHow to say “superstition” in Irish
- Irish:
- fáschreideamh
- English:
- superstition
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FAWS-khrah-yuv” /ˈfˠaːsˌxɾʲadʲəw/
- Genitive singular:
- fáschreidimh, an fháschreidimh (e.g. cumhacht an fháschreidimh, the power of superstition)
What does “fáschreideamh” mean?
- superstition
- A belief in luck, omens or magic that is not based on reason or knowledge.Also: superstitious belief, false belief.
Other Irish words for superstition: piseog (superstition)
“Fáschreideamh” with the article
Here is fáschreideamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Fáschreideamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fáschreideamh, the Irish word for superstition.
Other nouns in Irish
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Superstition in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for superstition?
The Irish for superstition is fáschreideamh (pronounced “FAWS-khrah-yuv”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce fáschreideamh in Irish?
Fáschreideamh is said like “FAWS-khrah-yuv” (IPA /ˈfˠaːsˌxɾʲadʲəw/).
Does fáschreideamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for fáschreideamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does fáschreideamh change to fháschreideamh or bhfáschreideamh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fáschreideamh becomes m'fháschreideamh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfáschreideamh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between fáschreideamh and piseog?
Fáschreideamh is superstition as a general belief system, while piseog is an individual superstitious practice or charm, e.g. piseoga na seanmhuintire.
