áiméan
The Irish word for 'amen' is áiméan.
áiméan is an expression used to show strong agreement.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
Did you know?
- If you were to use it sarcastically in an Irish context, it can serve as a way to mock someone's overly dramatic or righteous tone.
- The word shares a common ancestor with the Hebrew word 'emunah', which means 'faith' or 'reliability'.
- The word áiméan traveled to Ireland through Ecclesiastical Latin, reflecting the influence of the early Christian church on the Irish language.
Examples in context
- Áiméan, tá sé fíor.Amen, it is true.
- Áiméan, sin an fhírinne.Amen, that is the truth.
Example conversation
Aoife and Cian are discussing the need for a long holiday.
- AoifeTá mé ag brontach go mání muid saoire.I'm hoping we'll get a break.
- CianÁiméan, tá mé tinn leis!Amen, I'm exhausted!
- AoifeAn bhfuil an t-aistear planned?Is the trip planned?
- CianNá, ach beidh ár áit ann.No, but it will happen.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “amen” translations and entries áiméan, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries áiméan, CC BY-SA 4.0.