HeyRuaHow to say “nervousness” in Irish
- Irish:
- neirbhís
- English:
- nervousness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NER-uh-veesh” /ˈnʲɛɾʲəvʲiːʃ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neirbhíse, na neirbhíse (e.g. comharthaí na neirbhíse, the signs of nervousness)
What does “neirbhís” mean?
- nervousness
- A feeling of being nervous, anxious or uneasy, for example before an exam or a performance.Also: nerves, anxiety, jitters, nervous tension.
“Neirbhís” with the article
Here is neirbhís after the article (an t-alt).
an neirbhís
the nervousness
No change after an
“Neirbhís” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neirbhís, the Irish word for nervousness.
Bhí neirbhís orm roimh an scrúdú.
I was nervous before the exam.
Tá an neirbhís ag cur isteach ar a codladh.
Nerves are affecting her sleep.
Níor léir aon neirbhís air ar an stáitse.
He showed no nervousness on stage.
Ní raibh mé in ann mo neirbhís a cheilt.
I couldn't hide my nervousness.
Tháinig crith ina lámha le neirbhís.
His hands trembled with nerves.
Bíonn beagán neirbhíse ar gach duine roimh agallamh.
Everyone is a bit nervous before an interview.
D'imigh an neirbhís nuair a thosaigh an ceol.
The nervousness went away when the music started.
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Nervousness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for nervousness?
The Irish for nervousness is neirbhís (pronounced “NER-uh-veesh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce neirbhís in Irish?
Neirbhís is said like “NER-uh-veesh” (IPA /ˈnʲɛɾʲəvʲiːʃ/).
Does neirbhís have a plural?
No plural form is given for neirbhís in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How do I say 'I am nervous' using neirbhís?
Use the preposition ar: 'Tá neirbhís orm' means 'I am nervous', literally 'nervousness is on me'.
Is neirbhís the same as imní?
Not quite: neirbhís is nervousness or nerves, often before an event, while imní is worry or anxiety about something more generally.
