HeyRuaHow to say “violence” in Irish
- Irish:
- forneart
- English:
- violence, superior force
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FOR-nyart” /ˈfˠɔɾˠn̠ʲaɾˠt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- fornirt, an fhornirt (e.g. úsáid an fhornirt, the use of violence)
What does “forneart” mean?
“Forneart” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- violence
- Physical force used against someone, especially to overpower or compel them.Also: force, overwhelming force, brute force, compulsion.
“Forneart” with the article
Here is forneart after the article (an t-alt).
“Forneart” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using forneart, the Irish word for violence.
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Violence in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for violence?
The Irish for violence is forneart (pronounced “FOR-nyart”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean superior force.
How do you pronounce forneart in Irish?
Forneart is said like “FOR-nyart” (IPA /ˈfˠɔɾˠn̠ʲaɾˠt̪ˠ/).
Does forneart have a plural?
No plural form is given for forneart in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does forneart have more than one meaning?
Yes. Forneart can mean violence or superior force, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does forneart change to fhorneart or bhforneart?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) forneart becomes m'fhorneart (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhforneart (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'forneart' and 'foréigean'?
'Foréigean' is the usual everyday word for violence, while 'forneart' stresses overpowering force or coercion and is more formal or literary.
