Cathain a bhí sé anseo cheana?
When is the last time he was here?
A1
Irish word
cathain
when
adverbmasculine
cathain means “when” in Irish and is used as a adverb.
Mutation forms
| Mutation | Form |
|---|---|
| Base form | cathain |
| Séimhiú | chathain |
| Urú | gcathain |
cathain in context
Cathain a rachaidh Sita go dtí Eluru?
When will Sita go to Eluru?
A2
Cathain a chan mo dheirfiúr an t-amhrán sin?
When did my sister sing that song?
B2
Cathain a bheidh siad ag teacht ar ais ón saoire?
When are they coming back from vacation?
A2
Cathain a bheidh tú ag dul siar go Gaillimh?
When will you be going back to Galway?
A2
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