HeyRuaHow to say “bravery” in Irish
- Irish:
- calmacht
- English:
- bravery
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KAL-uh-mukht” /ˈkaləməxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- calmachta, na calmachta (e.g. gníomh calmachta, an act of bravery)
What does “calmacht” mean?
- bravery
- The quality of being brave, strong and courageous, especially in facing danger or hardship.Also: courage, valour, fortitude, stoutness.
Other Irish words for bravery: misneach (courage), coráiste (courage), crógacht (bravery)
“Calmacht” with the article
Here is calmacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Calmacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using calmacht, the Irish word for bravery.
Other nouns in Irish
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Bravery in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bravery?
The Irish for bravery is calmacht (pronounced “KAL-uh-mukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce calmacht in Irish?
Calmacht is said like “KAL-uh-mukht” (IPA /ˈkaləməxt̪ˠ/).
Does calmacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for calmacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does calmacht change to chalmacht or gcalmacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) calmacht becomes mo chalmacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcalmacht (eclipsis).
How does 'calmacht' differ from 'misneach'?
'Misneach' is courage or heart in general, used every day, while 'calmacht' stresses sturdy, stout bravery, often in fighting or hardship, and is more literary.
