HeyRuaHow to say “walking” in Irish
- Irish:
- coisíocht
- English:
- walking, gait
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- coisigh, to walk (ag coisíocht, walking)
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUSH-ee-ukht” /ˈkɔʃiːəxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- coisíochta, na coisíochta (e.g. bróga coisíochta, walking shoes)
What does “coisíocht” mean?
“Coisíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- walking
- Travelling on foot; the verbal noun of the verb 'coisigh' (walk).Also: going on foot, walk, pedestrianism.
1 other meaning: gait
- 2gait
- The way a person or animal walks.Also: walk, manner of walking, pace.
Other Irish words for walking: siúl (walking)
“Coisíocht” as a verbal noun
After ag, coisíocht means walking: it is the verbal noun of the verb coisigh (to walk). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Coisíocht” with the article
Here is coisíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Coisíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using coisíocht, the Irish word for walking.
Other nouns in Irish
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Walking in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for walking?
The Irish for walking is coisíocht (pronounced “KUSH-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean gait.
How do you pronounce coisíocht in Irish?
Coisíocht is said like “KUSH-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈkɔʃiːəxt̪/).
Does coisíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for coisíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does coisíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Coisíocht can mean walking or gait, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does coisíocht change to choisíocht or gcoisíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) coisíocht becomes mo choisíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcoisíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'coisíocht' and 'siúl'?
'Siúl' is the everyday word for walking, while 'coisíocht' stresses going on foot, as in 'bróga coisíochta' (walking shoes) or hiking.
