HeyRuaHow to say “self-importance” in Irish
- Irish:
- mórchúis
- English:
- self-importance, pride
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MOHR-khoosh” /ˈmˠoːɾˠˌxuːʃ/
- Plural:
- mórchúiseanna (self-importances)
- Genitive singular:
- mórchúise, na mórchúise (e.g. lán mórchúise, full of self-importance)
- Genitive plural:
- mórchúiseanna, na mórchúiseanna (e.g. a gcuid mórchúiseanna, their pomposities)
What does “mórchúis” mean?
“Mórchúis” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- self-importance
- An exaggerated sense of one's own importance, shown in proud or pompous behaviour.Also: pomposity, conceit, haughtiness.
1 other meaning: pride
- 2pride
- A feeling of pride or satisfaction in something, as in 'tá mórchúis air as' (he is proud of it).Also: proudness, elation.
Other Irish words for self-importance: postúlacht (self-importance)
“Mórchúis” with the article
The plural of self-importance in Irish is mórchúiseanna. Here is mórchúis after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Mórchúis” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using mórchúis, the Irish word for self-importance.
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Self-importance in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for self-importance?
The Irish for self-importance is mórchúis (pronounced “MOHR-khoosh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is mórchúiseanna. Depending on context it can also mean pride.
How do you pronounce mórchúis in Irish?
Mórchúis is said like “MOHR-khoosh” (IPA /ˈmˠoːɾˠˌxuːʃ/).
What is the plural of self-importance in Irish?
The plural of mórchúis is mórchúiseanna; with the article, na mórchúiseanna means “the self-importances”. The genitive plural is mórchúiseanna, as in a gcuid mórchúiseanna (their pomposities).
Does mórchúis have more than one meaning?
Yes. Mórchúis can mean self-importance or pride, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does mórchúis change to mhórchúis?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhórchúis. After ár (our) it stays ár mórchúis, because m does not take eclipsis.
How is 'mórchúis' different from 'bród'?
'Bród' is the general word for pride, while 'mórchúis' often suggests showy or self-important pride, though 'tá mórchúis orm as' can simply mean 'I am proud of it'.
