HeyRuaHow to say “joy” in Irish
- Irish:
- áthas
- English:
- joy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AW-hus” /ˈɑːhəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- áthais, an áthais (e.g. deora áthais, tears of joy)
What does “áthas” mean?
- joy
- A feeling of great happiness or gladness.Also: gladness, happiness, delight, pleasure.
Other Irish words for joy: lúcháir (joy), gliondar (gladness), ríméad (joy)
“Áthas” with the article
Here is áthas after the article (an t-alt).
“Áthas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using áthas, the Irish word for joy.
Other nouns in Irish
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Phrases with “áthas”
Joy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for joy?
The Irish for joy is áthas (pronounced “AW-hus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce áthas in Irish?
Áthas is said like “AW-hus” (IPA /ˈɑːhəsˠ/).
Does áthas have a plural?
No plural form is given for áthas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does áthas sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-áthas (the joy), a háthas (her joy), a n-áthas (their joy).
How do I say 'I am happy' using áthas?
Irish puts the feeling 'on' the person: 'Tá áthas orm' means I am happy, literally joy is on me.
What is the difference between áthas and sonas?
'Áthas' is gladness or joy at something, often momentary, while 'sonas' is lasting happiness or contentment.
