HeyRuaHow to say “good reputation” in Irish
- Irish:
- dea-chlú
- English:
- good reputation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “dya-KHLOO” /ˈdʲa ˌxluː/
- Genitive singular:
- dea-chlú, an dea-chlú (e.g. cosaint an dea-chlú, the defence of the good reputation)
What does “dea-chlú” mean?
- good reputation
- The good name or high regard that a person or thing has among other people.Also: good name, repute, fame, good standing.
Other Irish words for good reputation: dea-cháil (good reputation)
“Dea-chlú” with the article
Here is dea-chlú after the article (an t-alt).
“Dea-chlú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dea-chlú, the Irish word for good reputation.
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Good reputation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for good reputation?
The Irish for good reputation is dea-chlú (pronounced “dya-KHLOO”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce dea-chlú in Irish?
Dea-chlú is said like “dya-KHLOO” (IPA /ˈdʲa ˌxluː/).
Does dea-chlú have a plural?
No plural form is given for dea-chlú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does dea-chlú change to dhea-chlú or ndea-chlú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dea-chlú becomes mo dhea-chlú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndea-chlú (eclipsis).
How does 'dea-chlú' differ from 'clú' and 'droch-chlú'?
'Clú' alone means reputation or fame, usually positive; 'dea-chlú' stresses a good name, while 'droch-chlú' means a bad reputation.
How do you say someone has a good reputation?
Use 'ar': 'Tá dea-chlú air', he has a good reputation.
