HeyRuaHow to say “disgust” in Irish
- Irish:
- déistin
- English:
- disgust, nausea
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DAYSH-tin” /ˈdʲeːʃtʲənʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- déistine, na déistine (e.g. mothú na déistine, the feeling of disgust)
What does “déistin” mean?
“Déistin” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- disgust
- A strong feeling of dislike or revulsion at something unpleasant or offensive.Also: loathing, revulsion, distaste.
1 other meaning: nausea
- 2nausea
- A sick feeling in the stomach, as if about to vomit.Also: queasiness, sickness.
“Déistin” with the article
Here is déistin after the article (an t-alt).
“Déistin” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using déistin, the Irish word for disgust.
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Disgust in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for disgust?
The Irish for disgust is déistin (pronounced “DAYSH-tin”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean nausea.
How do you pronounce déistin in Irish?
Déistin is said like “DAYSH-tin” (IPA /ˈdʲeːʃtʲənʲ/).
Does déistin have a plural?
No plural form is given for déistin in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does déistin have more than one meaning?
Yes. Déistin can mean disgust or nausea, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does déistin change to dhéistin or ndéistin?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) déistin becomes mo dhéistin (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndéistin (eclipsis).
How do I say something disgusts me?
Use 'cuir déistin ar': 'Cuireann sé déistin orm' means 'It disgusts me'. You can also say 'Tá déistin agam air' for a lasting loathing.
What is the difference between 'déistin' and 'gráin'?
'Gráin' is hatred or abhorrence, while 'déistin' stresses revulsion or a sickening disgust, and can also mean physical nausea.
