HeyRuaHow to say “quarrel” in Irish
- Irish:
- achrann
- English:
- quarrel, entanglement
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AKH-uh-ron” /ˈaxəɾˠən̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- achrainn (quarrels)
- Genitive singular:
- achrainn, an achrainn (e.g. tús an achrainn, the start of the quarrel)
- Genitive plural:
- achrann, na n-achrann (e.g. cúis na n-achrann, the cause of the quarrels)
What does “achrann” mean?
“Achrann” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- quarrel
- A dispute or fight between people, often noisy or bitter.Also: strife, row, dispute, fight, trouble.
1 other meaning: entanglement
- 2entanglement
- A tangled state or tangled growth, such as thick undergrowth or knotted thread.Also: tangle, tangled growth, snarl.
Other Irish words for quarrel: clampar (wrangle)
“Achrann” with the article
The plural of quarrel in Irish is achrainn. Here is achrann after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Achrann” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using achrann, the Irish word for quarrel.
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Quarrel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for quarrel?
The Irish for quarrel is achrann (pronounced “AKH-uh-ron”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is achrainn. Depending on context it can also mean entanglement.
How do you pronounce achrann in Irish?
Achrann is said like “AKH-uh-ron” (IPA /ˈaxəɾˠən̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of quarrel in Irish?
The plural of achrann is achrainn; with the article, na hachrainn means “the quarrels”. The genitive plural is achrann, as in cúis na n-achrann (the cause of the quarrels).
Does achrann have more than one meaning?
Yes. Achrann can mean quarrel or entanglement, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does achrann sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-achrann (the quarrel), a hachrann (her quarrel), a n-achrann (their quarrel), na hachrainn (the quarrels).
What does 'dul in achrann' mean?
'Dul in achrann le duine' means to fall out or get into a quarrel with someone; said of things, 'chuaigh sé in achrann sna sceacha' means it got entangled in the bushes.
How is 'achrann' different from 'troid'?
'Troid' is a fight, often physical, while 'achrann' stresses strife, wrangling or trouble, and can also mean a tangle.
