HeyRuaHow to say “trust” in Irish
- Irish:
- muinín
- English:
- trust, dependence
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MWIN-een” /ˈmˠɪnʲiːnʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- muiníne, na muiníne (e.g. easpa muiníne, lack of confidence)
What does “muinín” mean?
“Muinín” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- trust
- A firm belief that someone or something is reliable and can be depended on.Also: confidence, faith, reliance.
1 other meaning: dependence
- 2dependence
- Reliance on someone or something for help or support, as in 'i muinín' (dependent on, resorting to).Also: reliance, resort.
Other Irish words for trust: iontaoibh (trust)
“Muinín” with the article
Here is muinín after the article (an t-alt).
“Muinín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using muinín, the Irish word for trust.
Other nouns in Irish
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Trust in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for trust?
The Irish for trust is muinín (pronounced “MWIN-een”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean dependence.
How do you pronounce muinín in Irish?
Muinín is said like “MWIN-een” (IPA /ˈmˠɪnʲiːnʲ/).
Does muinín have a plural?
No plural form is given for muinín in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does muinín have more than one meaning?
Yes. Muinín can mean trust or dependence, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does muinín change to mhuinín?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhuinín. After ár (our) it stays ár muinín, because m does not take eclipsis.
How do I say 'I trust you' in Irish?
Use 'as' with muinín: 'Tá muinín agam asat.' You can also say 'Cuirim muinín ionat.'
What is the difference between muinín and iontaoibh?
Both mean trust; 'muinín' is the everyday word, also used for confidence, while 'iontaoibh' is more formal and also used for a legal trust.
