HeyRuaHow to say “glory” in Irish
- Irish:
- glóir
- English:
- glory, heavenly glory
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “gloh-ir” /ɡl̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- glóire, na glóire (e.g. Rí na glóire, the King of glory)
What does “glóir” mean?
“Glóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- glory
- Great honour, praise or splendour, especially as given to God.Also: splendour, praise, honour.
1 other meaning: heavenly glory
- 2heavenly glory
- The state of eternal happiness in heaven.Also: glory, heaven, bliss.
“Glóir” with the article
Here is glóir after the article (an t-alt).
“Glóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using glóir, the Irish word for glory.
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Glory in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for glory?
The Irish for glory is glóir (pronounced “gloh-ir”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean heavenly glory.
How do you pronounce glóir in Irish?
Glóir is said like “gloh-ir” (IPA /ɡl̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
Does glóir have a plural?
No plural form is given for glóir in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does glóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Glóir can mean glory or heavenly glory, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does glóir change to ghlóir or nglóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) glóir becomes mo ghlóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár nglóir (eclipsis).
Is 'glóir' the same as 'glór'?
No. 'Glóir' means glory, while 'glór' means voice or sound, as in 'glór binn' (a sweet voice).
How is 'glóir' used in prayers?
It appears in the doxology 'Glóir don Athair agus don Mhac agus don Spiorad Naomh', Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
