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Fit of temper in Irish (Straidhn): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

‘straidhn’ also means: strain

The Irish for fit of temper is straidhn, a feminine noun.
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How to say “fit of temper” in Irish

Irish:
straidhn
English:
fit of temper, strain
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:
“strine”  /sˠt̪ˠɾˠaiɲ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
straidhne, na straidhne (e.g. i lár na straidhne, in the middle of the fit of temper)

What does “straidhn” mean?

“Straidhn” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

fit of temper
A sudden outburst of anger or excitement in which someone loses self-control.Also: fit, rage, frenzy, temper.
1 other meaning: strain
2strain
In physics, the deformation of a body caused by stress.Also: deformation.

Other Irish words for fit of temper: spadhar (fit of temper), paisean (passion)

“Straidhn” with the article

Here is straidhn after the article (an t-alt).

an straidhn
the fit of temper
No change after an

“Straidhn” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using straidhn, the Irish word for fit of temper.

Tháinig straidhn air nuair a chaill sé an cluiche.
He flew into a rage when he lost the game.
Bhí an straidhn air ar maidin.
He was in a temper this morning.
Ná cuir straidhn ar do dheartháir.
Don't wind your brother up.
Chuaigh sí le straidhn nuair a chuala sí an nuacht.
She went wild when she heard the news.
D'imigh an straidhn de tar éis tamaill.
His fit of temper passed after a while.
Dúirt sé rudaí gránna agus an straidhn air.
He said nasty things while in a temper.
Bhí straidhn uirthi nuair a chonaic sí an phraiseach.
She was in a temper when she saw the mess.

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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 straidhn (pronounced “strine”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean strain.

How do you pronounce straidhn in Irish?

Straidhn is said like “strine” (IPA /sˠt̪ˠɾˠaiɲ/).

Does straidhn have a plural?

No plural form is given for straidhn in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does straidhn have more than one meaning?

Yes. Straidhn can mean fit of temper or strain, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How do you say someone flew into a rage using 'straidhn'?

Say 'tháinig straidhn air' (a fit came on him) or 'chuaigh sé le straidhn' (he went into a frenzy).

What is the difference between 'straidhn' and 'fearg'?

'Fearg' is anger in general, while 'straidhn' is a sudden, wild fit of temper or excitement.

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