HeyRuaHow to say “addiction” in Irish
- Irish:
- andúil
- English:
- addiction, craving
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AN-dool” /ˈan̪ˠd̪ˠuːlʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- andúile, na handúile (e.g. leigheas na handúile, the cure for the addiction)
What does “andúil” mean?
“Andúil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- addiction
- A strong dependence on or habitual craving for something, such as a drug or drink.Also: dependence, habit.
1 other meaning: craving
- 2craving
- A strong desire or fondness for something.Also: fondness, liking, yearning.
“Andúil” with the article
Here is andúil after the article (an t-alt).
“Andúil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using andúil, the Irish word for addiction.
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Addiction in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for addiction?
The Irish for addiction is andúil (pronounced “AN-dool”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean craving.
How do you pronounce andúil in Irish?
Andúil is said like “AN-dool” (IPA /ˈan̪ˠd̪ˠuːlʲ/).
Does andúil have a plural?
No plural form is given for andúil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does andúil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Andúil can mean addiction or craving, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does andúil sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an andúil (the addiction), a handúil (her addiction), a n-andúil (their addiction).
Which preposition is used with andúil?
Use i: 'andúil san ól' (addiction to drink), 'andúil i ndrugaí' (drug addiction), often with ag: 'tá andúil aige san ól'.
How is andúil different from dúil?
Dúil is a general desire or liking, while andúil is a strong craving or addiction.
