HeyRuaHow to say “fit of temper” in Irish
- Irish:
- spadhar
- English:
- fit of temper, impulse
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “spyre” /spəiɾˠ/
- Plural:
- spadhair (fits of temper)
- Genitive singular:
- spadhair, an spadhair (e.g. i lár an spadhair, in the middle of the fit of temper)
- Genitive plural:
- spadhar, na spadhar (e.g. duine na spadhar, the person given to fits of temper)
What does “spadhar” mean?
“Spadhar” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fit of temper
- A sudden burst of anger or bad temper.Also: tantrum, outburst, huff, rage.
“Spadhar” with the article
The plural of fit of temper in Irish is spadhair. Here is spadhar after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Spadhar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using spadhar, the Irish word for fit of temper.
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Fit of temper in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fit of temper?
The Irish for fit of temper is spadhar (pronounced “spyre”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is spadhair. Depending on context it can also mean impulse.
How do you pronounce spadhar in Irish?
Spadhar is said like “spyre” (IPA /spəiɾˠ/).
What is the plural of fit of temper in Irish?
The plural of spadhar is spadhair; with the article, na spadhair means “the fits of temper”. The genitive plural is spadhar, as in duine na spadhar (the person given to fits of temper).
Does spadhar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Spadhar can mean fit of temper or impulse, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say someone flew into a rage using 'spadhar'?
Use 'tháinig spadhar air' (he flew into a rage), with the preposition 'ar' marking the person affected.
