HeyRuaHow to say “good quality” in Irish
- Irish:
- dea-thréith
- English:
- good quality
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “dya-HRAY” /ˌdʲaˈhɾʲeː/
- Plural:
- dea-thréithe (good qualities)
- Genitive singular:
- dea-thréithe, na dea-thréithe (e.g. luach na dea-thréithe sin, the value of that good quality)
- Genitive plural:
- dea-thréithe, na ndea-thréithe (e.g. liosta na ndea-thréithe, the list of good qualities)
What does “dea-thréith” mean?
- good quality
- A good trait or virtue in a person's character.Also: virtue, good trait, good point, merit.
“Dea-thréith” with the article
The plural of good quality in Irish is dea-thréithe. Here is dea-thréith after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Dea-thréith” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dea-thréith, the Irish word for good quality.
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Good quality in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for good quality?
The Irish for good quality is dea-thréith (pronounced “dya-HRAY”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is dea-thréithe.
How do you pronounce dea-thréith in Irish?
Dea-thréith is said like “dya-HRAY” (IPA /ˌdʲaˈhɾʲeː/).
What is the plural of good quality in Irish?
The plural of dea-thréith is dea-thréithe; with the article, na dea-thréithe means “the good qualities”. The genitive plural is dea-thréithe, as in liosta na ndea-thréithe (the list of good qualities).
Why does dea-thréith change to dhea-thréith or ndea-thréith?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dea-thréith becomes mo dhea-thréith (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndea-thréith (eclipsis).
How is 'dea-thréith' different from 'bua'?
'Dea-thréith' is a good trait of character, while 'bua' can mean a talent or gift as well as a victory.
