Dejection in Irish (Atuirse): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for dejection?

The Irish for dejection is atuirse (pronounced “AT-ir-shuh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean weariness.

Q: Does atuirse have more than one meaning?

Yes. Atuirse can mean dejection or weariness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “dejection” in Irish

Irish:: atuirse
English:: dejection, weariness
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, fourth declension
Pronunciation:: “AT-ir-shuh” /ˈat̪ˠəɾʲʃə/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: atuirse, na hatuirse (e.g. cúis atuirse, a cause of sorrow)

What does “atuirse” mean?

“Atuirse” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

dejection: A feeling of sadness, sorrow or low spirits.Also: sorrow, sadness, grief, low spirits.

1 other meaning: weariness

2weariness: A state of tiredness or being worn out, in body or mind.Also: tiredness, fatigue, exhaustion.

Other Irish words for dejection: gruaim (gloom), mímhisneach (discouragement), lagmhisneach (discouragement)

“Atuirse” with the article

Here is atuirse after the article (an t-alt).

an atuirse

the dejection

No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an

“Atuirse” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using atuirse, the Irish word for dejection.

Bhí atuirse air tar éis na sochraide.

He was dejected after the funeral.

Tháinig atuirse mhór uirthi nuair a d'imigh sé.

Great sadness came over her when he left.

Ní raibh aon chúis atuirse acu.

They had no reason to be sad.

Bhí an atuirse le feiceáil ina súile.

The sorrow could be seen in her eyes.

Chuir an drochnuacht atuirse ar gach duine.

The bad news made everyone sad.

Bhí sé faoi atuirse le fada.

He had been in low spirits for a long time.

Thóg an ceol an atuirse díom.

The music lifted my sadness.

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Dejection in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for dejection?

The Irish for dejection is atuirse (pronounced “AT-ir-shuh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean weariness.

How do you pronounce atuirse in Irish?

Atuirse is said like “AT-ir-shuh” (IPA /ˈat̪ˠəɾʲʃə/).

Does atuirse have a plural?

No plural form is given for atuirse in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does atuirse have more than one meaning?

Yes. Atuirse can mean dejection or weariness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does atuirse sometimes have a t or h in front of it?

Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an atuirse (the dejection), a hatuirse (her dejection), a n-atuirse (their dejection).

What is the difference between 'atuirse' and 'tuirse'?

'Tuirse' usually means physical tiredness, while 'atuirse' leans more towards sorrow or dejection, though it can also mean weariness.

How do I say someone is sad using 'atuirse'?

Use 'ar': 'Tá atuirse air' means 'He is sad, dejected'.

Dejection in Irish (Atuirse): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage