HeyRuaHow to say “tremble” in Irish
- Irish:
- creathán
- English:
- tremble, tremolo
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KRAH-hawn” /ˈkɾʲahaːn̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- creatháin, an chreatháin (e.g. fuaim an chreatháin, the sound of the tremor)
What does “creathán” mean?
“Creathán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- tremble
- A slight shaking or quivering movement, of the body, the voice or the ground.Also: quiver, tremor, shake, shiver.
“Creathán” with the article
Here is creathán after the article (an t-alt).
“Creathán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using creathán, the Irish word for tremble.
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Tremble in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for tremble?
The Irish for tremble is creathán (pronounced “KRAH-hawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean tremolo.
How do you pronounce creathán in Irish?
Creathán is said like “KRAH-hawn” (IPA /ˈkɾʲahaːn̪ˠ/).
Does creathán have a plural?
No plural form is given for creathán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does creathán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Creathán can mean tremble or tremolo, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does creathán change to chreathán or gcreathán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) creathán becomes mo chreathán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcreathán (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'creathán' and 'crith'?
Both mean shaking, but 'crith' is the general word for trembling (tá crith orm), while 'creathán' often suggests a slight quiver or tremor, as in creathán ina ghlór.
