HeyRuaHow to say “reluctance” in Irish
- Irish:
- drogall
- English:
- reluctance, aversion, laziness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DRUG-ul” /ˈd̪ˠɾˠɔɡəl̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- drogaill, an drogaill (e.g. comharthaí drogaill, signs of reluctance)
What does “drogall” mean?
“Drogall” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- reluctance
- A feeling of not wanting to do something.Also: unwillingness, hesitancy, disinclination.
2 other meanings: aversion or laziness
- 2aversion
- A dislike or distaste for something.Also: repugnance, distaste, dislike.
- 3laziness
- Sluggishness or a lack of energy for doing work.Also: sluggishness, indolence.
Other Irish words for reluctance: mífhonn (disinclination)
“Drogall” with the article
Here is drogall after the article (an t-alt).
“Drogall” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using drogall, the Irish word for reluctance.
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Reluctance in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for reluctance?
The Irish for reluctance is drogall (pronounced “DRUG-ul”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean aversion or laziness.
How do you pronounce drogall in Irish?
Drogall is said like “DRUG-ul” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠɾˠɔɡəl̪ˠ/).
Does drogall have a plural?
No plural form is given for drogall in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does drogall have more than one meaning?
Yes. Drogall can mean reluctance, aversion or laziness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does drogall change to dhrogall or ndrogall?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) drogall becomes mo dhrogall (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndrogall (eclipsis).
How do I say I am reluctant to do something?
Use 'tá drogall orm' followed by the verbal noun, e.g. 'Tá drogall orm imeacht' (I am reluctant to leave).
What is the difference between drogall and leisce?
Both mean reluctance and use the same 'ar' construction; 'leisce' is more common and also means laziness or shyness, while 'drogall' leans toward aversion.
