HeyRuaHow to say “jealousy” in Irish
- Irish:
- éad
- English:
- jealousy, envy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ayd” /eːd̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- éada, an éada (e.g. nimh an éada, the poison of jealousy)
What does “éad” mean?
“Éad” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- jealousy
- A feeling of resentment or suspicion that someone may take what you have, especially in love.Also: jealous, possessiveness.
1 other meaning: envy
- 2envy
- A feeling of wanting what someone else has, sometimes in the sense of rivalry or emulation.Also: emulation, rivalry.
Other Irish words for jealousy: formad (envy)
“Éad” with the article
Here is éad after the article (an t-alt).
“Éad” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using éad, the Irish word for jealousy.
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Jealousy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for jealousy?
The Irish for jealousy is éad (pronounced “ayd”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean envy.
How do you pronounce éad in Irish?
Éad is said like “ayd” (IPA /eːd̪ˠ/).
Does éad have a plural?
No plural form is given for éad in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does éad have more than one meaning?
Yes. Éad can mean jealousy or envy, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does éad sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-éad (the jealousy), a héad (her jealousy), a n-éad (their jealousy).
How do I say someone is jealous of another person?
Use 'Tá éad ar X le Y' or 'Tá X in éad le Y', for example 'Tá éad uirthi lena deirfiúr'.
What is the difference between éad and formad?
Éad is mainly jealousy, often in love or relationships, while formad is more specifically envy of someone's possessions or luck.
