HeyRuaHow to say “suit” in Irish
- Irish:
- agra
- English:
- suit, plea
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AG-ruh” /ˈaɡɾˠə/
- Plural:
- agraí (suits)
- Genitive singular:
- agra, an agra (e.g. costais an agra, the costs of the lawsuit)
- Genitive plural:
- agraí, na n-agraí (e.g. líon na n-agraí, the number of lawsuits)
What does “agra” mean?
“Agra” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- suit
- A legal action brought against someone in a court of law.Also: lawsuit, legal action, claim, case.
“Agra” with the article
The plural of suit in Irish is agraí. Here is agra after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Agra” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using agra, the Irish word for suit.
Other nouns in Irish
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Suit in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for suit?
The Irish for suit is agra (pronounced “AG-ruh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is agraí. Depending on context it can also mean plea.
How do you pronounce agra in Irish?
Agra is said like “AG-ruh” (IPA /ˈaɡɾˠə/).
What is the plural of suit in Irish?
The plural of agra is agraí; with the article, na hagraí means “the suits”. The genitive plural is agraí, as in líon na n-agraí (the number of lawsuits).
Does agra have more than one meaning?
Yes. Agra can mean suit or plea, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does agra sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-agra (the suit), a hagra (her suit), a n-agra (their suit), na hagraí (the suits).
What is the difference between 'agra' and 'agairt'?
'Agairt' is the verbal noun of 'agair' (plead, sue), while 'agra' is the usual noun for a lawsuit, as in 'agra dlí'.
How do I say 'to sue someone'?
You can say 'agra a chur ar dhuine' or use the verb 'agair', as in 'd'agair sé an comhlacht'.
