HeyRuaHow to say “cheerfulness” in Irish
- Irish:
- spleodar
- English:
- cheerfulness, vividness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SPLYOH-dur” /ˈsˠpʲlʲoːd̪ˠəɾˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- spleodair, an spleodair (e.g. lán spleodair, full of cheerfulness)
What does “spleodar” mean?
“Spleodar” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- cheerfulness
- A bright, lively and joyful mood or manner.Also: exuberance, high spirits, gaiety, liveliness.
1 other meaning: vividness
- 2vividness
- Brightness or vivid colour and sparkle in something, such as a picture or a style.Also: brightness, sparkle, brilliance.
Other Irish words for cheerfulness: gealgháire (cheerfulness), soirbhíochas (optimism)
“Spleodar” with the article
Here is spleodar after the article (an t-alt).
“Spleodar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using spleodar, the Irish word for cheerfulness.
Other nouns in Irish
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Cheerfulness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cheerfulness?
The Irish for cheerfulness is spleodar (pronounced “SPLYOH-dur”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean vividness.
How do you pronounce spleodar in Irish?
Spleodar is said like “SPLYOH-dur” (IPA /ˈsˠpʲlʲoːd̪ˠəɾˠ/).
Does spleodar have a plural?
No plural form is given for spleodar in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does spleodar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Spleodar can mean cheerfulness or vividness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'spleodar' different from 'áthas'?
'Áthas' is the everyday word for happiness or joy, while 'spleodar' stresses lively, sparkling high spirits or exuberance. The adjective is 'spleodrach'.
