HeyRuaHow to say “good heart” in Irish
- Irish:
- dea-chroí
- English:
- good heart, good cheer
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “dya-KHREE” /ˌdʲaˈxɾˠiː/
- Genitive singular:
- dea-chroí, an dea-chroí (e.g. duine dea-chroí, a good-hearted person)
What does “dea-chroí” mean?
“Dea-chroí” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- good heart
- A kind, generous and well-meaning nature in a person.Also: kind-heartedness, goodwill, kindness, good nature.
1 other meaning: good cheer
- 2good cheer
- A cheerful, hopeful state of mind; good spirits.Also: good spirits, cheerfulness.
“Dea-chroí” with the article
Here is dea-chroí after the article (an t-alt).
“Dea-chroí” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dea-chroí, the Irish word for good heart.
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Good heart in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for good heart?
The Irish for good heart is dea-chroí (pronounced “dya-KHREE”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean good cheer.
How do you pronounce dea-chroí in Irish?
Dea-chroí is said like “dya-KHREE” (IPA /ˌdʲaˈxɾˠiː/).
Does dea-chroí have a plural?
No plural form is given for dea-chroí in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does dea-chroí have more than one meaning?
Yes. Dea-chroí can mean good heart or good cheer, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does dea-chroí change to dhea-chroí or ndea-chroí?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dea-chroí becomes mo dhea-chroí (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndea-chroí (eclipsis).
How is 'dea-chroí' different from 'croí maith'?
Both mean a good heart, but 'dea-chroí' is a fixed compound with the prefix 'dea-', which lenites, and it is often used attributively, as in 'duine dea-chroí'.
