HeyRuaHow to say “weaving” in Irish
- Irish:
- fíochán
- English:
- weaving, tissue, tracery
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FEE-khawn” /ˈfʲiːxaːn̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- fíocháin, an fhíocháin (e.g. seol an fhíocháin, the loom of the weaving)
What does “fíochán” mean?
“Fíochán” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- weaving
- The act or craft of weaving cloth; it is related to the verb figh.Also: weave, web.
2 other meanings: tissue or tracery
- 2tissue
- A mass of similar cells forming part of a plant or animal body.Also: body tissue, cell tissue.
- 3tracery
- A delicate interlacing pattern of lines, as in decoration or a web.Also: web, network, interlacing.
Other Irish words for weaving: fí (weaving)
“Fíochán” with the article
Here is fíochán after the article (an t-alt).
“Fíochán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fíochán, the Irish word for weaving.
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Weaving in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for weaving?
The Irish for weaving is fíochán (pronounced “FEE-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean tissue or tracery.
How do you pronounce fíochán in Irish?
Fíochán is said like “FEE-khawn” (IPA /ˈfʲiːxaːn̪ˠ/).
Does fíochán have a plural?
No plural form is given for fíochán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fíochán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fíochán can mean weaving, tissue or tracery, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fíochán change to fhíochán or bhfíochán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fíochán becomes m'fhíochán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfíochán (eclipsis).
Is 'fíochán' the word for a paper tissue?
No, fíochán is body tissue or weaving; a paper handkerchief is ciarsúr páipéir.
