HeyRuaHow to say “insult” in Irish
- Irish:
- achasán
- English:
- insult, reproach
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AKH-uh-sawn” /ˈaxəsˠaːnˠ/
- Plural:
- achasáin (insults)
- Genitive singular:
- achasáin, an achasáin (e.g. nimh an achasáin, the sting of the insult)
- Genitive plural:
- achasán, na n-achasán (e.g. liosta na n-achasán, the list of insults)
What does “achasán” mean?
“Achasán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- insult
- A rude or hurtful remark said to someone.Also: affront, taunt, jibe.
“Achasán” with the article
The plural of insult in Irish is achasáin. Here is achasán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Achasán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using achasán, the Irish word for insult.
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Insult in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for insult?
The Irish for insult is achasán (pronounced “AKH-uh-sawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is achasáin. Depending on context it can also mean reproach.
How do you pronounce achasán in Irish?
Achasán is said like “AKH-uh-sawn” (IPA /ˈaxəsˠaːnˠ/).
What is the plural of insult in Irish?
The plural of achasán is achasáin; with the article, na hachasáin means “the insults”. The genitive plural is achasán, as in liosta na n-achasán (the list of insults).
Does achasán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Achasán can mean insult or reproach, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does achasán sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-achasán (the insult), a hachasán (her insult), a n-achasán (their insult), na hachasáin (the insults).
How do I say 'to insult someone' with achasán?
Use 'achasán a thabhairt do dhuine', for example 'Thug sé achasán dom' means 'He insulted me'.
What is the difference between achasán and masla?
Both mean insult; 'masla' is a stronger affront or offence, while 'achasán' often suggests a taunt or reproach.
