HeyRuaHow to say “eagerness” in Irish
- Irish:
- díocas
- English:
- eagerness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DEE-kus” /ˈdʲiːkəs/
- Genitive singular:
- díocais, an díocais (e.g. easpa díocais, lack of eagerness)
What does “díocas” mean?
- eagerness
- A strong keen desire or enthusiasm to do or get something.Also: keenness, zeal, avidity, enthusiasm.
“Díocas” with the article
Here is díocas after the article (an t-alt).
“Díocas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using díocas, the Irish word for eagerness.
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Eagerness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for eagerness?
The Irish for eagerness is díocas (pronounced “DEE-kus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce díocas in Irish?
Díocas is said like “DEE-kus” (IPA /ˈdʲiːkəs/).
Does díocas have a plural?
No plural form is given for díocas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does díocas change to dhíocas or ndíocas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) díocas becomes mo dhíocas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndíocas (eclipsis).
How is 'díocas' different from 'díograis'?
'Díocas' is eagerness or keenness for something, while 'díograis' leans more towards zeal or devotion. Both can be used with 'le' to mean doing something eagerly: 'le díocas', 'le díograis'.
How do I say someone is eager to do something?
Use 'ar': 'Tá díocas air imeacht' means 'He is eager to leave.'
