samhain

Sa·mhain

S s

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sah-win]
- /ˈsɑ wɪn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sah-win]
- /ˈsɑ wɪn/

Definitions of samhain word

noun samhain a festival of the ancient Celts, held around November 1 to celebrate the beginning of winter. 1
noun samhain an ancient Celtic festival held on Nov 1 to mark the beginning of winter and the beginning of a new year. It is also celebrated by modern pagans 0

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Origin of samhain

First appearance:

before 1885

One of the 21% newest English words

1885-90; < Irish; Old Irish samain

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Parts of speech for Samhain

noun

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samhain popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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