HeyRuaHow to say “gloominess” in Irish
- Irish:
- gruamacht
- English:
- gloominess, gloom
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “GROO-uh-mukht” /ˈɡɾˠuəmˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- gruamachta, na gruamachta (e.g. ceo na gruamachta, the fog of gloom)
What does “gruamacht” mean?
“Gruamacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- gloominess
- The state of being gloomy, sullen or low in spirits.Also: gloom, sullenness, moroseness, glumness.
1 other meaning: gloom
- 2gloom
- Dull, dark or overcast conditions, especially of the weather or sky.Also: dullness, overcast, darkness.
“Gruamacht” with the article
Here is gruamacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Gruamacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gruamacht, the Irish word for gloominess.
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Gloominess in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for gloominess?
The Irish for gloominess is gruamacht (pronounced “GROO-uh-mukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean gloom.
How do you pronounce gruamacht in Irish?
Gruamacht is said like “GROO-uh-mukht” (IPA /ˈɡɾˠuəmˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does gruamacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for gruamacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does gruamacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Gruamacht can mean gloominess or gloom, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does gruamacht change to ghruamacht or ngruamacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gruamacht becomes mo ghruamacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngruamacht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'gruamacht' and 'gruaim'?
'Gruaim' is the more common word for gloom or sullenness, as in 'tá gruaim air'. 'Gruamacht' is the abstract noun from the adjective 'gruama', meaning gloominess.
