I searched the forum and couldn't find any previous mentions of this question, so forgive me if I'm repeating another topic somewhere.
I have been wondering for a while what the difference is between "mo" and "a." I've seen both words used to mean "my," but I haven't yet figured out when you're supposed to use each of them. If someone could please explain it to me, I would be very grateful.
I'm just a casual learner of the Irish language, but I'm very curious to know what the rule is to this.
thanks in advance for any help!
I am presuming that you mean in the context of 'Mo Mhamaí' and 'A Mhamaí'.
'Mo Mhamaí' is used when you are referring to her. 'A Mhamaí' is used when you are addressing her directly.
'Chuaigh Áine agus mo Mhamaí go dtí an siopa.' 'Áine and (my) Mammy went to the shop.'
'A Mhamaí, ba mhaith liom dul go dtí an siopa leat.' 'Mammy, I'd like to go to the shop with you.'
There are much more knowledgeable people around there than I and they'll have all kinds of weird and wonderful grammar terms and explanations, but that's the gist!
By the way, welcome to ILF!
Is foghlaimeoir mé. I am a learner. DEFINITELY wait for others to confirm and/or improve.
Beatha teanga í a labhairt.