HeyRuaHow to say “torment” in Irish
- Irish:
- ciapáil
- English:
- torment
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “KYAP-awl” /ˈcapˠaːlʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- ciapála, na ciapála (e.g. fulaingt na ciapála, the suffering caused by the torment)
What does “ciapáil” mean?
- torment
- The act of tormenting, harassing or annoying someone; the verbal noun of the verb 'ciap'.Also: harassment, annoyance, vexation, teasing.
Other Irish words for torment: crá (torment), cráigh (torment), ciapadh (tormenting), ciap (torment)
“Ciapáil” with the article
Here is ciapáil after the article (an t-alt).
“Ciapáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ciapáil, the Irish word for torment.
Other nouns in Irish
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Torment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for torment?
The Irish for torment is ciapáil (pronounced “KYAP-awl”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce ciapáil in Irish?
Ciapáil is said like “KYAP-awl” (IPA /ˈcapˠaːlʲ/).
Does ciapáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for ciapáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does ciapáil change to chiapáil or gciapáil?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ciapáil becomes mo chiapáil (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gciapáil (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'ciapáil' and 'crá'?
Both mean torment or vexation; 'crá' is often used for heartache (crá croí), while 'ciapáil' stresses persistent harassing or annoying, as in 'ag ciapáil an mhadra'.
