HeyRuaHow to say “moderation” in Irish
- Irish:
- cuimse
- English:
- moderation, sufficiency
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KWIM-shuh” /ˈkɪmʲʃə/
- Genitive singular:
- cuimse, na cuimse (e.g. easpa cuimse, lack of moderation)
What does “cuimse” mean?
“Cuimse” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- moderation
- A measure or limit; the word is mostly used in the phrase 'as cuimse', meaning beyond measure or exceedingly.Also: measure, limit, bound.
1 other meaning: sufficiency
- 2sufficiency
- An amount that is enough or adequate, a reasonable share.Also: enough, adequate amount.
“Cuimse” with the article
Here is cuimse after the article (an t-alt).
“Cuimse” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cuimse, the Irish word for moderation.
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Moderation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for moderation?
The Irish for moderation is cuimse (pronounced “KWIM-shuh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean sufficiency.
How do you pronounce cuimse in Irish?
Cuimse is said like “KWIM-shuh” (IPA /ˈkɪmʲʃə/).
Does cuimse have a plural?
No plural form is given for cuimse in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cuimse have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cuimse can mean moderation or sufficiency, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cuimse change to chuimse or gcuimse?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cuimse becomes mo chuimse (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcuimse (eclipsis).
How is 'cuimse' usually used?
Almost always in the adverbial phrase 'as cuimse', meaning extremely or beyond measure, as in 'go hálainn as cuimse' or 'mór as cuimse'.
Is 'as cuimse' positive or negative?
Neither: it simply intensifies, so 'olc as cuimse' is extremely bad and 'maith as cuimse' is extremely good.
