HeyRuaHow to say “west” in Irish
- Irish:
- iarthar
- English:
- west, the west
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “EER-hur” /ˈiəɾˠhəɾˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- iarthair, an iarthair (e.g. muintir an iarthair, the people of the west)
What does “iarthar” mean?
“Iarthar” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- west
- The western part of a place or country, the region towards the setting sun.Also: western part, western region, the west.
1 other meaning: the west
- 2the west
- The western world, Europe and North America considered together.Also: western world, occident.
Other Irish words for west: iartharach (western)
“Iarthar” with the article
Here is iarthar after the article (an t-alt).
“Iarthar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iarthar, the Irish word for west.
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West in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for west?
The Irish for west is iarthar (pronounced “EER-hur”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean the west.
How do you pronounce iarthar in Irish?
Iarthar is said like “EER-hur” (IPA /ˈiəɾˠhəɾˠ/).
Does iarthar have a plural?
No plural form is given for iarthar in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iarthar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iarthar can mean west or the west, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iarthar sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-iarthar (the west), a hiarthar (her west), a n-iarthar (their west).
What is the difference between 'iarthar' and 'thiar'?
'Iarthar' is a noun meaning the west as a region (in iarthar na tíre), while 'thiar' is an adverb meaning in the west (tá sé thiar).
How do I say 'western' in Irish?
Use the adjective 'iartharach' (an domhan iartharach) or the genitive 'an iarthair'.
