HeyRuaHow to say “bustle” in Irish
- Irish:
- fuadar
- English:
- bustle, impetus
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FOO-ud-ur” /ˈfˠuəd̪ˠəɾˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- fuadair, an fhuadair (e.g. lár an fhuadair, the height of the bustle)
What does “fuadar” mean?
“Fuadar” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bustle
- Hurried, busy activity, a rush to get things done.Also: rush, hurry, flurry, haste.
1 other meaning: impetus
- 2impetus
- A forceful, rushing movement or drive towards something.Also: rushing movement, drive, momentum.
“Fuadar” with the article
Here is fuadar after the article (an t-alt).
“Fuadar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fuadar, the Irish word for bustle.
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Bustle in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bustle?
The Irish for bustle is fuadar (pronounced “FOO-ud-ur”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean impetus.
How do you pronounce fuadar in Irish?
Fuadar is said like “FOO-ud-ur” (IPA /ˈfˠuəd̪ˠəɾˠ/).
Does fuadar have a plural?
No plural form is given for fuadar in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fuadar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fuadar can mean bustle or impetus, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fuadar change to fhuadar or bhfuadar?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fuadar becomes m'fhuadar (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfuadar (eclipsis).
How do I say someone is in a hurry using fuadar?
Use 'faoi': 'tá fuadar faoi' means he is in a hurry or bustling about; 'Cén fuadar atá fút?' means what's your hurry.
How is fuadar different from deifir?
'Deifir' is simply hurry or haste, while 'fuadar' suggests a bustle or flurry of energetic activity.
