HeyRuaHow to say “winning” in Irish
- Irish:
- gnóthú
- English:
- winning, profit
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- gnóthaigh, to win (ag gnóthú, winning)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GROH-hoo” /ɡɾˠoːhuː/
- Genitive singular:
- gnóthaithe, an ghnóthaithe (e.g. seans gnóthaithe, a chance of winning)
What does “gnóthú” mean?
“Gnóthú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- winning
- The verbal noun of the verb gnóthaigh: the act of winning or gaining something, such as a prize, a game or money.Also: gaining, earning, gain.
“Gnóthú” as a verbal noun
After ag, gnóthú means winning: it is the verbal noun of the verb gnóthaigh (to win). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Gnóthú” with the article
Here is gnóthú after the article (an t-alt).
“Gnóthú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gnóthú, the Irish word for winning.
Other nouns in Irish
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Winning in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for winning?
The Irish for winning is gnóthú (pronounced “GROH-hoo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean profit.
How do you pronounce gnóthú in Irish?
Gnóthú is said like “GROH-hoo” (IPA /ɡɾˠoːhuː/).
Does gnóthú have a plural?
No plural form is given for gnóthú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does gnóthú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Gnóthú can mean winning or profit, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does gnóthú change to ghnóthú or ngnóthú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gnóthú becomes mo ghnóthú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngnóthú (eclipsis).
Is gnóthú the same as buachan?
Both can mean winning. Buachan is the verbal noun of buaigh, and gnóthú is the verbal noun of gnóthaigh, which also covers gaining or earning, as in airgead a ghnóthú.
