HeyRuaHow to say “rhapsody” in Irish
- Irish:
- rapsóid
- English:
- rhapsody, rhapsody (outburst)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAP-sohj” /ˈɾˠapˠsˠoːdʲ/
- Plural:
- rapsóidí (rhapsodies)
- Genitive singular:
- rapsóide, na rapsóide (e.g. teideal na rapsóide, the title of the rhapsody)
- Genitive plural:
- rapsóidí, na rapsóidí (e.g. cnuasach rapsóidí, a collection of rhapsodies)
What does “rapsóid” mean?
“Rapsóid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rhapsody
- A piece of music or poetry full of strong feeling and free in form.Also: rhapsodic piece, musical rhapsody.
1 other meaning: rhapsody (outburst)
- 2rhapsody (outburst)
- An enthusiastic, emotional speech or piece of writing in praise of something.Also: rhapsody, effusion, enthusiastic praise.
“Rapsóid” with the article
The plural of rhapsody in Irish is rapsóidí. Here is rapsóid after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rapsóid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rapsóid, the Irish word for rhapsody.
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Rhapsody in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rhapsody?
The Irish for rhapsody is rapsóid (pronounced “RAP-sohj”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is rapsóidí. Depending on context it can also mean rhapsody (outburst).
How do you pronounce rapsóid in Irish?
Rapsóid is said like “RAP-sohj” (IPA /ˈɾˠapˠsˠoːdʲ/).
What is the plural of rhapsody in Irish?
The plural of rapsóid is rapsóidí; with the article, na rapsóidí means “the rhapsodies”. The genitive plural is rapsóidí, as in cnuasach rapsóidí (a collection of rhapsodies).
Does rapsóid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rapsóid can mean rhapsody or rhapsody (outburst), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'rapsóid' used only for music?
Mostly, as in 'rapsóid don phianó', but like English 'rhapsody' it can also mean an enthusiastic outpouring of words or a type of epic poem.
