Introduction to Irish Grammar

Here are some terms you are going to need to know…

Aimsir Láithreach – Present Tense

Aimsir Chaite – Past Tense

Aimsir Ghnáthchaite – Habitual Past

Aimsir Fháistineach – Future Tense

Modh Coinníollach – Condtional Mood

Modh Foshuiteach Láithreach – Present Subjunctive Tense

Modh Ordaitheach – Imperative Mood

Ainm Briathartha – Verbal Noun

Aidiacht Bhriathartha – Verbal Adjective

Diúltach - Negative

Ceisteach  - Interrogative (question)

Saorbhriathar –Impersonal or Autonomous Form

An Chéad Réimniú – The First Conjunction – a.k.a one syllable

An Dara Réimniú – The Second Conjunction – a.k.a two syllable

Familiarize yourself with these terms as these are going to be very important when learning grammar. It become more apparent and easier to understand once we see these terms in practice and where they fit.. but it always helps to be familiar with these terms when starting off.