HeyRuaHow to say “close range” in Irish
- Irish:
- neasraon
- English:
- close range
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “NASS-reen” /ˈn̠ʲasˠɾˠiːnˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neasraoin, an neasraoin (e.g. arm neasraoin, close-range weapon)
What does “neasraon” mean?
- close range
- A short distance between a shooter or observer and a target, as in firing at close range.Also: short range, point-blank range.
“Neasraon” with the article
Here is neasraon after the article (an t-alt).
an neasraon
the close range
No change after an
“Neasraon” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neasraon, the Irish word for close range.
Scaoileadh é ó neasraon.
He was shot at close range.
Bhí an neasraon an-chontúirteach do na saighdiúirí.
The close range was very dangerous for the soldiers.
Is arm neasraoin é an gunna gráin.
The shotgun is a close-range weapon.
Ghlac sé an grianghraf ó neasraon.
He took the photograph at close range.
Ní féidir leis an diúracán seo neasraon a aimsiú.
This missile cannot hit targets at close range.
Troid neasraoin a bhí ann.
It was a close-range fight.
Ag neasraon, ní raibh seans aige teitheadh.
At close range, he had no chance to escape.
Other nouns in Irish
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Close range in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for close range?
The Irish for close range is neasraon (pronounced “NASS-reen”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce neasraon in Irish?
Neasraon is said like “NASS-reen” (IPA /ˈn̠ʲasˠɾˠiːnˠ/).
Does neasraon have a plural?
No plural form is given for neasraon in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'neasraon' formed?
It combines the prefix 'neas-' (near, close) with 'raon' (range), so it contrasts with 'fadraon' (long range).
