HeyRuaHow to say “pride” in Irish
- Irish:
- díomas
- English:
- pride, resentment
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DEE-uh-mus” /dʲiːməsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- díomais, an díomais (e.g. peaca an díomais, the sin of pride)
What does “díomas” mean?
“Díomas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pride
- An excessive opinion of yourself or your importance; haughtiness.Also: arrogance, haughtiness, conceit.
“Díomas” with the article
Here is díomas after the article (an t-alt).
“Díomas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using díomas, the Irish word for pride.
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Pride in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pride?
The Irish for pride is díomas (pronounced “DEE-uh-mus”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean resentment.
How do you pronounce díomas in Irish?
Díomas is said like “DEE-uh-mus” (IPA /dʲiːməsˠ/).
Does díomas have a plural?
No plural form is given for díomas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does díomas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Díomas can mean pride or resentment, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does díomas change to dhíomas or ndíomas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) díomas becomes mo dhíomas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndíomas (eclipsis).
How is 'díomas' different from 'bród'?
'Bród' is usually positive pride, as in pride in your children, while 'díomas' is negative arrogance or haughtiness, close to 'uabhar'.
