HeyRuaHow to say “theme” in Irish
- Irish:
- téama
- English:
- theme, topic of conversation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TAY-muh” /tʲeːmˠə/
- Plural:
- téamaí (themes)
- Genitive singular:
- téama, an téama (e.g. forbairt an téama, development of the theme)
- Genitive plural:
- téamaí, na dtéamaí (e.g. plé na dtéamaí, the discussion of the themes)
What does “téama” mean?
“Téama” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- theme
- The main subject or idea of a piece of writing, talk, music or event.Also: subject, topic, motif.
1 other meaning: topic of conversation
- 2topic of conversation
- A subject people talk about, especially light or amusing talk.Also: pleasantry, humorous talk, chat.
“Téama” with the article
The plural of theme in Irish is téamaí. Here is téama after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Téama” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using téama, the Irish word for theme.
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Theme in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for theme?
The Irish for theme is téama (pronounced “TAY-muh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is téamaí. Depending on context it can also mean topic of conversation.
How do you pronounce téama in Irish?
Téama is said like “TAY-muh” (IPA /tʲeːmˠə/).
What is the plural of theme in Irish?
The plural of téama is téamaí; with the article, na téamaí means “the themes”. The genitive plural is téamaí, as in plé na dtéamaí (the discussion of the themes).
Does téama have more than one meaning?
Yes. Téama can mean theme or topic of conversation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does téama change to théama or dtéama?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) téama becomes mo théama (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtéama (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'téama' and 'ábhar'?
'Ábhar' is the general word for a subject or material, while 'téama' is the underlying theme or central idea, as in 'téama an dáin'.
