HeyRuaHow to say “enough” in Irish
- Irish:
- dóthain
- English:
- enough, fill
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DOH-hin” /ˈd̪ˠoːhənʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- dóthain, na dóthain (e.g. leath a dhóthain, half enough)
What does “dóthain” mean?
“Dóthain” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- enough
- A sufficient amount of something, as much as is needed or wanted.Also: sufficiency, sufficient amount, plenty.
“Dóthain” with the article
Here is dóthain after the article (an t-alt).
“Dóthain” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dóthain, the Irish word for enough.
Other nouns in Irish
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Enough in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for enough?
The Irish for enough is dóthain (pronounced “DOH-hin”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fill.
How do you pronounce dóthain in Irish?
Dóthain is said like “DOH-hin” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠoːhənʲ/).
Does dóthain have a plural?
No plural form is given for dóthain in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does dóthain have more than one meaning?
Yes. Dóthain can mean enough or fill, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does dóthain change to dhóthain or ndóthain?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dóthain becomes mo dhóthain (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndóthain (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'dóthain' and 'go leor'?
Both mean enough, but 'dóthain' is a noun often used with a possessive, as in 'mo dhóthain' (my fill), while 'go leor' is an adverbial phrase, as in 'tá go leor bia ann'.
What case follows 'dóthain'?
The thing you have enough of goes in the genitive: 'dóthain airgid' (enough money), 'dóthain bia' (enough food).
