HeyRuaHow to say “climate” in Irish
- Irish:
- aeráid
- English:
- climate, flightiness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AY-raw-dzh” /ˈeːɾˠɑːdʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- aeráide, na haeráide (e.g. athrú aeráide, climate change)
What does “aeráid” mean?
“Aeráid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- climate
- The usual weather conditions of a place over a long period.Also: climatic conditions.
“Aeráid” with the article
Here is aeráid after the article (an t-alt).
“Aeráid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aeráid, the Irish word for climate.
Other nouns in Irish
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Climate in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for climate?
The Irish for climate is aeráid (pronounced “AY-raw-dzh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean flightiness.
How do you pronounce aeráid in Irish?
Aeráid is said like “AY-raw-dzh” (IPA /ˈeːɾˠɑːdʲ/).
Does aeráid have a plural?
No plural form is given for aeráid in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does aeráid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aeráid can mean climate or flightiness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does aeráid sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aeráid (the climate), a haeráid (her climate), a n-aeráid (their climate).
What is the difference between aeráid and aimsir?
Aimsir is the weather on a given day, while aeráid is the long-term climate of a place, as in athrú aeráide, climate change.
