HeyRuaHow to say “hostility” in Irish
- Irish:
- naimhdeas
- English:
- hostility, spite
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NAV-dyuss” /ˈn̪ˠəiː.dʲəsˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- naimhdis, an naimhdis (e.g. comharthaí naimhdis, signs of hostility)
What does “naimhdeas” mean?
“Naimhdeas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hostility
- A feeling or attitude of being an enemy towards someone, enmity.Also: enmity, animosity, antagonism.
1 other meaning: spite
- 2spite
- Ill will or malevolence, a wish to harm or annoy someone.Also: malevolence, malice, ill will.
“Naimhdeas” with the article
Here is naimhdeas after the article (an t-alt).
an naimhdeas
the hostility
No change after an
“Naimhdeas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using naimhdeas, the Irish word for hostility.
Bhí naimhdeas idir an dá chlann le fada.
There was hostility between the two families for a long time.
Níor léirigh sé aon naimhdeas dom.
He showed me no hostility.
Mhothaigh mé an naimhdeas sa seomra.
I felt the hostility in the room.
Tháinig deireadh leis an naimhdeas sa deireadh.
The enmity finally came to an end.
Labhair sí gan aon rian naimhdis.
She spoke without any trace of hostility.
Rinne sé é le naimhdeas amháin.
He did it purely out of spite.
Tá naimhdeas mór ag an bpobal don phlean.
The community is very hostile to the plan.
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Hostility in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hostility?
The Irish for hostility is naimhdeas (pronounced “NAV-dyuss”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean spite.
How do you pronounce naimhdeas in Irish?
Naimhdeas is said like “NAV-dyuss” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠəiː.dʲəsˠ/).
Does naimhdeas have a plural?
No plural form is given for naimhdeas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does naimhdeas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Naimhdeas can mean hostility or spite, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is 'naimhdeas' related to 'namhaid'?
'Naimhdeas' is the abstract noun formed from 'namhaid' (enemy), meaning enmity or hostility; the adjective is 'naimhdeach' (hostile).
