HeyRuaHow to say “weaving” in Irish
- Irish:
- fí
- English:
- weaving, weave
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- figh, to weave (ag fí, weaving)
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “fee” /fʲiː/
- Genitive singular:
- fí, na fí (e.g. ceird na fí, the craft of weaving)
What does “fí” mean?
“Fí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- weaving
- The act of weaving cloth, baskets or similar; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'figh'.Also: weave, knitting, plaiting.
1 other meaning: weave
- 2weave
- The way in which a fabric or object is woven, its texture or pattern.Also: texture, pattern of weaving.
“Fí” as a verbal noun
After ag, fí means weaving: it is the verbal noun of the verb figh (to weave). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Fí” with the article
Here is fí after the article (an t-alt).
“Fí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fí, the Irish word for weaving.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Weaving in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for weaving?
The Irish for weaving is fí (pronounced “fee”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean weave.
How do you pronounce fí in Irish?
Fí is said like “fee” (IPA /fʲiː/).
Does fí have a plural?
No plural form is given for fí in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fí can mean weaving or weave, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fí change to fhí or bhfí?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fí becomes m'fhí (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfí (eclipsis).
How do I say 'weaver' in Irish?
A weaver is 'fíodóir', while 'fí' is the act of weaving itself, as in 'ag fí' (weaving).
Can 'fí' be used figuratively?
Yes, the verb 'figh' and 'fí' can describe weaving together ideas or plots, as in 'ag fí scéil' (weaving a story).
