HeyRuaHow to say “close relationship” in Irish
- Irish:
- dlúthchaidreamh
- English:
- close relationship
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “DLOO-khad-ruv” /ˈd̪ˠl̪ˠuːxˌxadʲɾʲəw/
- Genitive singular:
- dlúthchaidrimh, an dlúthchaidrimh (e.g. tábhacht an dlúthchaidrimh, the importance of the close relationship)
What does “dlúthchaidreamh” mean?
- close relationship
- A close, intimate association or contact between people, groups or countries.Also: close association, intimacy, close contact, close relations.
“Dlúthchaidreamh” with the article
Here is dlúthchaidreamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Dlúthchaidreamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dlúthchaidreamh, the Irish word for close relationship.
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Close relationship in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for close relationship?
The Irish for close relationship is dlúthchaidreamh (pronounced “DLOO-khad-ruv”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce dlúthchaidreamh in Irish?
Dlúthchaidreamh is said like “DLOO-khad-ruv” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠl̪ˠuːxˌxadʲɾʲəw/).
Does dlúthchaidreamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for dlúthchaidreamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does dlúthchaidreamh change to dhlúthchaidreamh or ndlúthchaidreamh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dlúthchaidreamh becomes mo dhlúthchaidreamh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndlúthchaidreamh (eclipsis).
How is 'dlúthchaidreamh' different from 'caidreamh'?
'Caidreamh' means relationship or association in general, while 'dlúthchaidreamh' adds 'dlúth' (close), so it means a close or intimate relationship.
