HeyRuaHow to say “drunkenness” in Irish
- Irish:
- meisce
- English:
- drunkenness, intoxication
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MESH-kuh” /ˈmʲɛʃcə/
- Genitive singular:
- meisce, na meisce
What does “meisce” mean?
“Meisce” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- drunkenness
- The state of being drunk from alcohol; 'ar meisce' means drunk.Also: intoxication, drunk, inebriation.
1 other meaning: intoxication
- 2intoxication
- Figuratively, a state of excitement or elation, as if drunk.Also: elation, giddiness.
“Meisce” with the article
Here is meisce after the article (an t-alt).
“Meisce” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using meisce, the Irish word for drunkenness.
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Phrases with “meisce”
Drunkenness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for drunkenness?
The Irish for drunkenness is meisce (pronounced “MESH-kuh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean intoxication.
How do you pronounce meisce in Irish?
Meisce is said like “MESH-kuh” (IPA /ˈmʲɛʃcə/).
Does meisce have a plural?
No plural form is given for meisce in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does meisce have more than one meaning?
Yes. Meisce can mean drunkenness or intoxication, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does meisce change to mheisce?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mheisce. After ár (our) it stays ár meisce, because m does not take eclipsis.
How do I say 'drunk' in Irish?
Use the phrase 'ar meisce', for example 'Tá sé ar meisce' (He is drunk). Note that 'meisce' is not lenited after 'ar' here.
What is the difference between 'meisce' and 'póit'?
'Meisce' is the state of being drunk, while 'póit' is the hangover afterwards: 'Tá póit orm' means I have a hangover.
