HeyRuaHow to say “grudge” in Irish
- Irish:
- fala
- English:
- grudge, feud
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAL-uh” /ˈfˠalˠə/
- Plural:
- falta (grudges)
- Genitive singular:
- fala, na fala (e.g. cúis na fala, the cause of the grudge)
- Genitive plural:
- falta, na bhfalta (e.g. stair na bhfalta, the history of the grudges)
What does “fala” mean?
“Fala” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- grudge
- A feeling of lasting resentment or ill will against someone because of a past wrong.Also: spite, resentment, ill will.
1 other meaning: feud
- 2feud
- A long-running quarrel or enmity between people or families.Also: enmity, quarrel.
“Fala” with the article
The plural of grudge in Irish is falta. Here is fala after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fala” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fala, the Irish word for grudge.
Other nouns in Irish
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Grudge in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for grudge?
The Irish for grudge is fala (pronounced “FAL-uh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is falta. Depending on context it can also mean feud.
How do you pronounce fala in Irish?
Fala is said like “FAL-uh” (IPA /ˈfˠalˠə/).
What is the plural of grudge in Irish?
The plural of fala is falta; with the article, na falta means “the grudges”. The genitive plural is falta, as in stair na bhfalta (the history of the grudges).
Does fala have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fala can mean grudge or feud, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fala change to fhala or bhfala?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fala becomes m'fhala (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfala (eclipsis).
How do I say I have a grudge against someone?
Use 'tá fala agam le duine' or 'tá fala agam do dhuine', for example 'Tá fala aici liom' means she has a grudge against me.
