HeyRuaHow to say “drama” in Irish
- Irish:
- drámaíocht
- English:
- drama, dramatics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DRAW-mee-ukht” /ˈd̪ˠɾˠaːmˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- drámaíochta, na drámaíochta (e.g. cumann drámaíochta, drama society)
What does “drámaíocht” mean?
“Drámaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- drama
- The art or activity of acting and putting on plays.Also: dramatic art, dramatics, acting, theatre.
1 other meaning: dramatics
- 2dramatics
- Exaggerated or theatrical behaviour, making a fuss over something.Also: theatrics, histrionics.
Other Irish words for drama: dráma (play), aisteoireacht (acting)
“Drámaíocht” with the article
Here is drámaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Drámaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using drámaíocht, the Irish word for drama.
Other nouns in Irish
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Drama in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for drama?
The Irish for drama is drámaíocht (pronounced “DRAW-mee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean dramatics.
How do you pronounce drámaíocht in Irish?
Drámaíocht is said like “DRAW-mee-ukht” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠɾˠaːmˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does drámaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for drámaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does drámaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Drámaíocht can mean drama or dramatics, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does drámaíocht change to dhrámaíocht or ndrámaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) drámaíocht becomes mo dhrámaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndrámaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'drámaíocht' and 'dráma'?
'Dráma' is a single play, plural 'drámaí', while 'drámaíocht' is drama as an art or activity, as in 'ranganna drámaíochta' (drama classes).
