aontaithe
The Irish word for "united" is aontaithe.
This adjective is used to describe things that have been joined into a single entity.
Meaning: joined into a single entity (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is derived from the noun aon, meaning "one", combined with a suffix to form an adjective meaning "united" or "joined as one".
Did you know?
- The root aon is a cognate of the English word 'one', meaning they both descend from the same ancient Indo-European source.
- The root aon meaning 'one' is used in the Irish phrase for 'alone', aonar, which literally describes someone who is the only one present.
- In some contexts, the phrase aon chéile (one each other) is used to describe people who are very close or united in spirit, rather than just physically joined.
Examples in context
- Cá bhfuil príomhchathair na Stát Aontaithe Mheiriceá?Where is the capital of the United States of America?This sentence is useful for seeing how aontaithe is used within the name of a country.Tatoeba #3931097 by turklehceleri, translation #3931096 by AlanF_US
- Tá an dream sin ceangailte go daingean.That group is tightly knit.
- Ní mór dúinn fanacht aontaithe.We must remain united.
Example conversation
Niamh and Cathal are discussing a community project.
- NiamhAn bhfuil an pobail aontaithe?Is the community united?
- CathalTá, tá gach duine ag cabhrú.Yes, everyone is helping.
- NiamhSin scéal maith, a Chathal.That is good news, Cathal.
- CathalTá muid aontaithe chun an obair a dhéanamh.We are united to do the work.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
