HeyRuaHow to say “prize” in Irish
- Irish:
- duais
- English:
- prize, reward
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “doosh” /d̪ˠuəʃ/
- Plural:
- duaiseanna (prizes)
- Genitive singular:
- duaise, na duaise (e.g. buaiteoir na duaise, the winner of the prize)
- Genitive plural:
- duaiseanna, na nduaiseanna (e.g. bronnadh na nduaiseanna, the presentation of the prizes)
What does “duais” mean?
“Duais” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- prize
- Something given to the winner of a competition, contest or draw.Also: award, reward, trophy.
1 other meaning: reward
- 2reward
- Something given in return for a good deed, effort or service.Also: recompense, bounty.
“Duais” with the article
The plural of prize in Irish is duaiseanna. Here is duais after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Duais” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using duais, the Irish word for prize.
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Prize in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for prize?
The Irish for prize is duais (pronounced “doosh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is duaiseanna. Depending on context it can also mean reward.
How do you pronounce duais in Irish?
Duais is said like “doosh” (IPA /d̪ˠuəʃ/).
What is the plural of prize in Irish?
The plural of duais is duaiseanna; with the article, na duaiseanna means “the prizes”. The genitive plural is duaiseanna, as in bronnadh na nduaiseanna (the presentation of the prizes).
Does duais have more than one meaning?
Yes. Duais can mean prize or reward, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does duais change to dhuais or nduais?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) duais becomes mo dhuais (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár nduais (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'duais' and 'gradam'?
'Duais' is a prize won in a competition or draw, while 'gradam' is an honour or award given in recognition, such as 'gradam saoil' (lifetime award).
How do I say 'to win a prize' in Irish?
Use 'duais a bhuachan', for example 'Bhuaigh sí duais.' (She won a prize.)
