an.
the
Meaning & usage
the
an t-uisce
an bhean
Where this word comes from
From Old Irish in, from Proto-Celtic *sindos.
used to introduce copular questions, both direct and indirect, in the present/future tense
An maith leat bainne?
Níl a fhios agam an é Conchúr a chonaic mé.
Where this word comes from
From Old Irish in.
Used to form direct and indirect questions
An bhfuil tú ag éisteacht?
Níl a fhios agam an bhfuil sé anseo.
Where this word comes from
From Old Irish in.
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