HeyRuaHow to say “pride” in Irish
- Irish:
- bród
- English:
- pride, arrogance
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “brohd” /bɾˠoːdˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- bróid, an bhróid (e.g. cúis bhróid, a cause of pride)
What does “bród” mean?
“Bród” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pride
- A feeling of satisfaction and pleasure in what you or people close to you have done or are.Also: proudness, satisfaction.
“Bród” with the article
Here is bród after the article (an t-alt).
“Bród” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bród, the Irish word for pride.
Other nouns in Irish
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Pride in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pride?
The Irish for pride is bród (pronounced “brohd”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean arrogance.
How do you pronounce bród in Irish?
Bród is said like “brohd” (IPA /bɾˠoːdˠ/).
Does bród have a plural?
No plural form is given for bród in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does bród have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bród can mean pride or arrogance, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bród change to bhród or mbród?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bród becomes mo bhród (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbród (eclipsis).
How do I say 'I am proud of you' in Irish?
Use bród with ar and as: 'Tá bród orm asat.' Literally, pride is on me out of you.
What is the difference between bród and uabhar?
Bród is usually positive pride, while uabhar is sinful pride or arrogance. Mórtas is close to bród and is often used for pride in one's place or people.
