HeyRuaHow to say “struggle” in Irish
- Irish:
- streachailt
- English:
- struggle, pulling
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- streachail, to drag (ag streachailt, dragging)
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “STRAKH-ul-tch” /ˈsˠtʲɾˠaxəlʲtʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- streachailte, na streachailte (e.g. deireadh na streachailte, the end of the struggle)
What does “streachailt” mean?
“Streachailt” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- struggle
- A hard effort against difficulties, a struggling or striving; the verbal noun of the verb streachail.Also: struggling, striving, hard going.
“Streachailt” as a verbal noun
After ag, streachailt means dragging: it is the verbal noun of the verb streachail (to drag). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Streachailt” with the article
Here is streachailt after the article (an t-alt).
“Streachailt” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using streachailt, the Irish word for struggle.
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Struggle in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for struggle?
The Irish for struggle is streachailt (pronounced “STRAKH-ul-tch”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean pulling.
How do you pronounce streachailt in Irish?
Streachailt is said like “STRAKH-ul-tch” (IPA /ˈsˠtʲɾˠaxəlʲtʲ/).
Does streachailt have a plural?
No plural form is given for streachailt in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does streachailt have more than one meaning?
Yes. Streachailt can mean struggle or pulling, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'struggling' with something in Irish?
Use ag streachailt le, for example 'Tá mé ag streachailt leis an obair' means 'I am struggling with the work'.
