HeyRuaHow to say “seriousness” in Irish
- Irish:
- tromchúis
- English:
- seriousness, self-importance
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TRUM-khoosh” /ˈt̪ˠɾˠʊmˌxuːʃ/
- Plural:
- tromchúiseanna
- Genitive singular:
- tromchúise, na tromchúise (e.g. tuiscint na tromchúise, understanding of the seriousness)
- Genitive plural:
- tromchúiseanna, na dtromchúiseanna (e.g. plé na dtromchúiseanna, discussion of the serious matters)
What does “tromchúis” mean?
“Tromchúis” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- seriousness
- The quality of being serious, grave or important.Also: gravity, importance, solemnity.
1 other meaning: self-importance
- 2self-importance
- A pompous or self-important manner, taking oneself too seriously.Also: pomposity, consequentiality.
Other Irish words for seriousness: dáiríre (seriousness)
“Tromchúis” with the article
The plural of seriousness in Irish is tromchúiseanna. Here is tromchúis after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Tromchúis” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tromchúis, the Irish word for seriousness.
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Seriousness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for seriousness?
The Irish for seriousness is tromchúis (pronounced “TRUM-khoosh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is tromchúiseanna. Depending on context it can also mean self-importance.
How do you pronounce tromchúis in Irish?
Tromchúis is said like “TRUM-khoosh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠɾˠʊmˌxuːʃ/).
What is the plural of seriousness in Irish?
The plural of tromchúis is tromchúiseanna; with the article, it is na tromchúiseanna. The genitive plural is tromchúiseanna, as in plé na dtromchúiseanna (discussion of the serious matters).
Does tromchúis have more than one meaning?
Yes. Tromchúis can mean seriousness or self-importance, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does tromchúis change to thromchúis or dtromchúis?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tromchúis becomes mo thromchúis (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtromchúis (eclipsis).
How is 'tromchúis' different from 'mórchúis'?
'Tromchúis' is mainly seriousness or gravity, while 'mórchúis' leans towards pride or conceit. Both can describe someone who is self-important.
