HeyRuaHow to say “nearness” in Irish
- Irish:
- gaire
- English:
- nearness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GAR-yuh” /ˈɡaɾʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- gaire, na gaire (e.g. mar gheall ar a gaire, because of its nearness)
What does “gaire” mean?
- nearness
- The state of being close to something in place, time or relationship.Also: proximity, closeness, vicinity.
Other Irish words for nearness: aice (nearness), gaireacht (nearness)
“Gaire” with the article
Here is gaire after the article (an t-alt).
“Gaire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gaire, the Irish word for nearness.
Other nouns in Irish
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Nearness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for nearness?
The Irish for nearness is gaire (pronounced “GAR-yuh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce gaire in Irish?
Gaire is said like “GAR-yuh” (IPA /ˈɡaɾʲə/).
Does gaire have a plural?
No plural form is given for gaire in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does gaire change to ghaire or ngaire?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gaire becomes mo ghaire (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngaire (eclipsis).
How do I say 'near' using gaire?
Use the phrase 'i ngaire do', for example 'i ngaire don scoil', near the school. Note the eclipsis after i.
Is gaire related to the comparative of 'gar'?
Yes, 'níos gaire' means 'nearer', and the noun gaire means nearness; do not confuse it with 'gáire', a laugh.
