HeyRuaHow to say “pricking” in Irish
- Irish:
- priocadh
- English:
- pricking, goading
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- prioc, to prod (ag priocadh, prodding)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “PRIK-uh” /ˈpɾʲɪkə/
- Genitive singular:
- prioctha, an phrioctha (e.g. pian an phrioctha, the pain of the pricking)
What does “priocadh” mean?
“Priocadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pricking
- Priocadh is the verbal noun of the verb 'prioc', meaning the act of pricking or jabbing something with a sharp point.Also: prick, jabbing, poking.
1 other meaning: goading
- 2goading
- The act of prodding or urging someone on, physically or by words; also a sting or prick of conscience.Also: prodding, prompting, sting.
“Priocadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, priocadh means prodding: it is the verbal noun of the verb prioc (to prod). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Priocadh” with the article
Here is priocadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Priocadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using priocadh, the Irish word for pricking.
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Pricking in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pricking?
The Irish for pricking is priocadh (pronounced “PRIK-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean goading.
How do you pronounce priocadh in Irish?
Priocadh is said like “PRIK-uh” (IPA /ˈpɾʲɪkə/).
Does priocadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for priocadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does priocadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Priocadh can mean pricking or goading, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does priocadh change to phriocadh or bpriocadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) priocadh becomes mo phriocadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpriocadh (eclipsis).
How do I say 'pang of conscience' in Irish?
A common phrase is 'priocadh coinsiasa', for example 'Bhí priocadh coinsiasa orm'.
