HeyRuaHow to say “mockery” in Irish
- Irish:
- magadh
- English:
- mockery, joking
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MAG-uh” /ˈmˠaɡə/
- Genitive singular:
- magaidh, an mhagaidh (e.g. ceap magaidh, laughing stock)
What does “magadh” mean?
“Magadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- mockery
- The act of mocking or making fun of someone; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'magaigh'.Also: mocking, ridicule, making fun, teasing.
“Magadh” with the article
Here is magadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Magadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using magadh, the Irish word for mockery.
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Mockery in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mockery?
The Irish for mockery is magadh (pronounced “MAG-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean joking.
How do you pronounce magadh in Irish?
Magadh is said like “MAG-uh” (IPA /ˈmˠaɡə/).
Does magadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for magadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does magadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Magadh can mean mockery or joking, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does magadh change to mhagadh?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhagadh. After ár (our) it stays ár magadh, because m does not take eclipsis.
Which preposition goes with 'ag magadh'?
Use 'faoi' or 'ar': 'ag magadh fúm' or 'ag magadh orm' both mean making fun of me.
How do I say 'I'm only joking'?
Say 'Níl mé ach ag magadh.' To say something was meant as a joke, use 'mar mhagadh'.
