HeyRuaHow to say “tickling” in Irish
- Irish:
- cigilt
- English:
- tickling, ticklish sensation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- cigil, to tickle (ag cigilt, tickling)
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KIG-ilt” /ˈcɪɟɪlʲtʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- cigilte, na cigilte (e.g. mothú na cigilte, the feeling of the tickling)
What does “cigilt” mean?
“Cigilt” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- tickling
- The act of tickling someone; it is the verbal noun of the verb cigil, to tickle.Also: tickle.
1 other meaning: ticklish sensation
- 2ticklish sensation
- A tingling, tickly feeling, as in the throat or on the skin.Also: tickle, tingle, ticklish feeling.
“Cigilt” as a verbal noun
After ag, cigilt means tickling: it is the verbal noun of the verb cigil (to tickle). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Cigilt” with the article
Here is cigilt after the article (an t-alt).
“Cigilt” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cigilt, the Irish word for tickling.
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Tickling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for tickling?
The Irish for tickling is cigilt (pronounced “KIG-ilt”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean ticklish sensation.
How do you pronounce cigilt in Irish?
Cigilt is said like “KIG-ilt” (IPA /ˈcɪɟɪlʲtʲ/).
Does cigilt have a plural?
No plural form is given for cigilt in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cigilt have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cigilt can mean tickling or ticklish sensation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cigilt change to chigilt or gcigilt?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cigilt becomes mo chigilt (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcigilt (eclipsis).
How do I say someone is ticklish?
You can say 'Tá cigilt ann' or use the adjective 'cigilteach', as in 'Tá sé an-chigilteach'.
Is 'cigilt' the same as an itch?
No, an itch is 'tochas'; 'cigilt' is tickling or a tickly sensation.
