HeyRuaHow to say “gloom” in Irish
- Irish:
- gruaim
- English:
- gloom, surliness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “groo-um” /ɡɾˠuəmʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- gruaime, na gruaime (e.g. scamall gruaime, a cloud of gloom)
What does “gruaim” mean?
“Gruaim” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- gloom
- A dark, low mood of sadness or despondency.Also: dejection, despondency, sadness, the blues.
1 other meaning: surliness
- 2surliness
- A sullen, ill-humoured or frowning manner.Also: sullenness, ill humour, frown.
Other Irish words for gloom: dubhachas (gloom)
“Gruaim” with the article
Here is gruaim after the article (an t-alt).
“Gruaim” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gruaim, 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 gruaim (pronounced “groo-um”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean surliness.
How do you pronounce gruaim in Irish?
Gruaim is said like “groo-um” (IPA /ɡɾˠuəmʲ/).
Does gruaim have a plural?
No plural form is given for gruaim in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does gruaim have more than one meaning?
Yes. Gruaim can mean gloom or surliness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does gruaim change to ghruaim or ngruaim?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gruaim becomes mo ghruaim (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngruaim (eclipsis).
How do I say someone is gloomy?
Use 'ar': 'Tá gruaim air' means he is gloomy. The adjective is 'gruama', as in 'lá gruama', a gloomy day.
