HeyRuaHow to say “treasure” in Irish
- Irish:
- taisce
- English:
- treasure, store, darling
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TASH-keh” /ˈt̪ˠaʃcə/
- Plural:
- taiscí (treasures)
- Genitive singular:
- taisce, na taisce (e.g. cófra na taisce, the treasure chest)
- Genitive plural:
- taiscí, na dtaiscí (e.g. luach na dtaiscí, the value of the treasures)
What does “taisce” mean?
“Taisce” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- treasure
- Something valuable that is stored away or kept safe, such as money or precious things.Also: hoard, store, savings.
2 other meanings: store or darling
- 2store
- Safe keeping or storage of something for later use, especially in the phrase 'i dtaisce' (stored, saved).Also: storage, safekeeping, deposit.
- 3darling
- A term of endearment for a loved person, like 'my treasure'.Also: treasure, dear, love.
“Taisce” with the article
The plural of treasure in Irish is taiscí. Here is taisce after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Taisce” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taisce, the Irish word for treasure.
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Treasure in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for treasure?
The Irish for treasure is taisce (pronounced “TASH-keh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is taiscí. Depending on context it can also mean store or darling.
How do you pronounce taisce in Irish?
Taisce is said like “TASH-keh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠaʃcə/).
What is the plural of treasure in Irish?
The plural of taisce is taiscí; with the article, na taiscí means “the treasures”. The genitive plural is taiscí, as in luach na dtaiscí (the value of the treasures).
Does taisce have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taisce can mean treasure, store or darling, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taisce change to thaisce or dtaisce?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taisce becomes mo thaisce (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaisce (eclipsis).
What does 'a thaisce' mean?
'A thaisce' is a term of endearment meaning 'darling' or 'my treasure', similar to 'a stór' or 'a chroí'.
How do I say something is saved or stored away?
Use 'i dtaisce': 'Tá airgead i dtaisce agam' means 'I have money saved'.
