HeyRuaHow to say “gloom” in Irish
- Irish:
- dubhachas
- English:
- gloom
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DOO-ukh-us” /ˈd̪ˠuəxəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- dubhachais, an dubhachais (e.g. ualach an dubhachais, the burden of gloom)
What does “dubhachas” mean?
- gloom
- A feeling of sadness, low spirits or melancholy.Also: sadness, melancholy, dejection, sorrow.
Other Irish words for gloom: gruaim (gloom)
“Dubhachas” with the article
Here is dubhachas after the article (an t-alt).
“Dubhachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dubhachas, 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 dubhachas (pronounced “DOO-ukh-us”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce dubhachas in Irish?
Dubhachas is said like “DOO-ukh-us” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠuəxəsˠ/).
Does dubhachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for dubhachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does dubhachas change to dhubhachas or ndubhachas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dubhachas becomes mo dhubhachas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndubhachas (eclipsis).
How do you say someone is gloomy using 'dubhachas'?
Use the preposition ar: 'tá dubhachas air' means he is gloomy or downcast.
How does 'dubhachas' differ from 'brón'?
'Brón' is the general word for sorrow or grief, while 'dubhachas' suggests a dark, heavy mood or melancholy, close to 'gruaim'.
