HeyRuaHow to say “nature” in Irish
- Irish:
- nádúr
- English:
- nature, kindliness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NAW-door” /ˈn̪ˠaːd̪ˠuːɾˠ/
- Plural:
- nádúir
- Genitive singular:
- nádúir, an nádúir (e.g. áilleacht an nádúir, the beauty of nature)
- Genitive plural:
- nádúr, na nádúr (e.g. éagsúlacht na nádúr, the variety of natures)
What does “nádúr” mean?
“Nádúr” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- nature
- The natural world, including plants, animals and landscape, as opposed to things made by people.Also: natural world, the outdoors.
2 other meanings: kindliness
- 2nature
- The basic character or disposition of a person or thing.Also: character, disposition, temperament.
- 3kindliness
- Natural warmth, affection or good feeling towards others, as in 'tá nádúr ann'.Also: warmth, affection, good nature.
Other Irish words for nature: dúlra (nature)
“Nádúr” with the article
The plural of nature in Irish is nádúir. Here is nádúr after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Nádúr” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nádúr, the Irish word for nature.
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Nature in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for nature?
The Irish for nature is nádúr (pronounced “NAW-door”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is nádúir. Depending on context it can also mean kindliness.
How do you pronounce nádúr in Irish?
Nádúr is said like “NAW-door” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠaːd̪ˠuːɾˠ/).
What is the plural of nature in Irish?
The plural of nádúr is nádúir; with the article, it is na nádúir. The genitive plural is nádúr, as in éagsúlacht na nádúr (the variety of natures).
Does nádúr have more than one meaning?
Yes. Nádúr can mean nature or kindliness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'nádúr' and 'dúlra'?
Both can mean the natural world, but 'dúlra' is used more for nature in the scientific or environmental sense, while 'nádúr' also covers a person's character and kindliness.
What does 'tá nádúr ann' mean?
It means he is kind-hearted or warm by nature; 'nádúr' here suggests natural affection.
