HeyRuaHow to say “respect” in Irish
- Irish:
- urraim
- English:
- respect, reverence
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “UR-im” /ˈʊɾˠəmʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- urraime, na hurraime (e.g. easpa urraime, lack of respect)
What does “urraim” mean?
“Urraim” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- respect
- A feeling of high regard and deference shown towards a person or thing.Also: esteem, regard, deference.
“Urraim” with the article
Here is urraim after the article (an t-alt).
“Urraim” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using urraim, the Irish word for respect.
Other nouns in Irish
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Respect in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for respect?
The Irish for respect is urraim (pronounced “UR-im”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean reverence.
How do you pronounce urraim in Irish?
Urraim is said like “UR-im” (IPA /ˈʊɾˠəmʲ/).
Does urraim have a plural?
No plural form is given for urraim in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does urraim have more than one meaning?
Yes. Urraim can mean respect or reverence, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does urraim sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an urraim (the respect), a hurraim (her respect), a n-urraim (their respect).
What is the difference between 'urraim' and 'meas'?
'Meas' is the everyday word for respect or esteem, as in 'tá meas agam air'. 'Urraim' is somewhat more formal and suggests deference or reverence, as in 'urraim a thabhairt do dhuine'.
Which preposition follows 'urraim'?
Use 'do': 'urraim do na seandaoine', respect for the elderly; with 'ag' for the person feeling it: 'tá urraim agam di'.
