HeyRuaHow to say “mercy” in Irish
- Irish:
- trócaire
- English:
- mercy, quarter
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TROH-kir-uh” /ˈt̪ˠɾˠoːkəɾʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- trócaire, na trócaire (e.g. Máthair na Trócaire, Mother of Mercy)
What does “trócaire” mean?
“Trócaire” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- mercy
- Kindness and forgiveness shown to someone you could punish or harm.Also: compassion, pity, clemency.
1 other meaning: quarter
- 2quarter
- Leniency or sparing of life given to a defeated enemy or wrongdoer.Also: leniency, clemency.
“Trócaire” with the article
Here is trócaire after the article (an t-alt).
“Trócaire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using trócaire, the Irish word for mercy.
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Phrases with “trócaire”
Mercy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mercy?
The Irish for mercy is trócaire (pronounced “TROH-kir-uh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean quarter.
How do you pronounce trócaire in Irish?
Trócaire is said like “TROH-kir-uh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠɾˠoːkəɾʲə/).
Does trócaire have a plural?
No plural form is given for trócaire in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does trócaire have more than one meaning?
Yes. Trócaire can mean mercy or quarter, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does trócaire change to thrócaire or dtrócaire?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) trócaire becomes mo thrócaire (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtrócaire (eclipsis).
How do I say 'have mercy on someone' in Irish?
Use 'déan trócaire ar', as in 'Déan trócaire orainn', have mercy on us.
Is Trócaire also a name?
Yes, Trócaire is the name of the Irish Catholic overseas development charity, meaning 'mercy'.
