nóinín
/n̪ˠoːˈnʲiːnʲ/masculine
The English word daisy is translated into Irish as nóinín.
nóinín refers to the flower species Bellis perennis.
Meaning: Bellis perennis (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
This noun is masculine.
How do you pronounce it?
/n̪ˠoːˈnʲiːnʲ/
Did you know?
- Because of its root, the name nóinín literally translates to 'little forehead', likely referring to the flower's central disc.
- In Irish folklore, many small wildflowers like the nóinín were often associated with the 'Sidhe' or fairy folk, inhabiting the margins of fields.
- The diminutive '-ín' used in nóinín is the same suffix used in many Irish nicknames and terms of endearment for people.
Examples in context
- Tá nóinín sa ghairdín.There is a daisy in the garden.
- Fuair mé nóinín dearg.I found a red daisy.
- An bhfuil an nóinín sa phóca agat?Do you have the daisy in your pocket?
Example conversation
Niamh and Oisín are walking in a field.
- NiamhBreathnaigh ar an nóinín seo, Oisín!Look at this daisy, Oisín!
- OisínTá sé go hálainn, a Niamh.It is beautiful, Niamh.
- NiamhBa mór an t-áthas uaimse.I am very happy.
- OisínFág an nóinín sa féár.Leave the daisy in the grass.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “daisy” translations and entries nóinín, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
