HeyRuaHow to say “daring” in Irish
- Irish:
- dásacht
- English:
- daring, fury
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DAW-suhkht” /ˈd̪ˠaːsˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- dásachta, na dásachta (e.g. gníomh dásachta, an act of daring)
What does “dásacht” mean?
“Dásacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- daring
- Boldness or audacity, a willingness to take risks without fear.Also: boldness, audacity, temerity, recklessness.
“Dásacht” with the article
Here is dásacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Dásacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dásacht, the Irish word for daring.
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Daring in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for daring?
The Irish for daring is dásacht (pronounced “DAW-suhkht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fury.
How do you pronounce dásacht in Irish?
Dásacht is said like “DAW-suhkht” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠaːsˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does dásacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for dásacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does dásacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Dásacht can mean daring or fury, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does dásacht change to dhásacht or ndásacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dásacht becomes mo dhásacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndásacht (eclipsis).
How is 'dásacht' different from 'dánacht'?
Both mean boldness, but 'dánacht' often suggests cheek or impudence, while 'dásacht' stresses daring, recklessness or even fury.
