HeyRuaHow to say “gloom” in Irish
- Irish:
- duairceas
- English:
- gloom, dreariness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DOOR-kyas” /ˈd̪ˠuəɾʲcəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- duaircis, an duaircis
What does “duairceas” mean?
“Duairceas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- gloom
- A dark, cheerless or sullen state of mind or atmosphere.Also: gloominess, sullenness, moroseness, dejection.
“Duairceas” with the article
Here is duairceas after the article (an t-alt).
“Duairceas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using duairceas, the Irish word for gloom.
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Gloom in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for gloom?
The Irish for gloom is duairceas (pronounced “DOOR-kyas”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean dreariness.
How do you pronounce duairceas in Irish?
Duairceas is said like “DOOR-kyas” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠuəɾʲcəsˠ/).
Does duairceas have a plural?
No plural form is given for duairceas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does duairceas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Duairceas can mean gloom or dreariness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does duairceas change to dhuairceas or nduairceas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) duairceas becomes mo dhuairceas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár nduairceas (eclipsis).
How is 'duairceas' different from 'gruaim'?
Both mean gloom; 'gruaim' is the more common everyday word, while 'duairceas' often suggests sullenness or a dour, cheerless manner, linked to the adjective 'duairc'.
