HeyRuaHow to say “widening” in Irish
- Irish:
- fairsingiú
- English:
- widening, expansion
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- fairsingigh, to widen (ag fairsingiú, widening)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FAR-shing-oo” /ˈfˠaɾˠʃɪɲɟuː/
- Genitive singular:
- fairsingithe, an fhairsingithe (e.g. obair fhairsingithe an bhóthair, road-widening work)
What does “fairsingiú” mean?
“Fairsingiú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- widening
- The verbal noun of 'fairsingigh': the act of making something wider or broader.Also: broadening, enlarging.
1 other meaning: expansion
- 2expansion
- The act of extending or expanding something in size or scope.Also: extension, spreading, increase.
Other Irish words for widening: leathnú (widening)
“Fairsingiú” as a verbal noun
After ag, fairsingiú means widening: it is the verbal noun of the verb fairsingigh (to widen). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Fairsingiú” with the article
Here is fairsingiú after the article (an t-alt).
“Fairsingiú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fairsingiú, the Irish word for widening.
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Widening in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for widening?
The Irish for widening is fairsingiú (pronounced “FAR-shing-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean expansion.
How do you pronounce fairsingiú in Irish?
Fairsingiú is said like “FAR-shing-oo” (IPA /ˈfˠaɾˠʃɪɲɟuː/).
Does fairsingiú have a plural?
No plural form is given for fairsingiú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fairsingiú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fairsingiú can mean widening or expansion, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fairsingiú change to fhairsingiú or bhfairsingiú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fairsingiú becomes m'fhairsingiú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfairsingiú (eclipsis).
How is 'fairsingiú' different from 'fairsinge'?
'Fairsinge' means wideness or extent as a quality, while 'fairsingiú' is the action of widening or expanding.
Is 'leathnú' the same as 'fairsingiú'?
They overlap; 'leathnú' is more common for widening or spreading, while 'fairsingiú' is often used for expansion or broadening.
