HeyRuaHow to say “mischief” in Irish
- Irish:
- mísc
- English:
- mischief, ill will
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “meeshk” /mʲiːʃc/
- Genitive singular:
- mísce, na mísce (e.g. lán mísce, full of mischief)
What does “mísc” mean?
“Mísc” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- mischief
- Playful or harmful behaviour that causes trouble or annoyance.Also: harm, trouble, naughtiness.
1 other meaning: ill will
- 2ill will
- A feeling of hostility or wishing harm to someone.Also: malice, spite.
Other Irish words for mischief: diabhlaíocht (devilment), drochobair (mischief)
“Mísc” with the article
Here is mísc after the article (an t-alt).
“Mísc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using mísc, the Irish word for mischief.
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Mischief in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mischief?
The Irish for mischief is mísc (pronounced “meeshk”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean ill will.
How do you pronounce mísc in Irish?
Mísc is said like “meeshk” (IPA /mʲiːʃc/).
Does mísc have a plural?
No plural form is given for mísc in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does mísc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Mísc can mean mischief or ill will, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does mísc change to mhísc?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhísc. After ár (our) it stays ár mísc, because m does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between 'mísc' and 'diabhlaíocht'?
Both can mean mischief, but 'diabhlaíocht' is the commoner everyday word for playful devilment, while 'mísc' can also suggest ill will or harm.
