HeyRuaHow to say “unhappiness” in Irish
- Irish:
- míshonas
- English:
- unhappiness, misfortune
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “MEE-hun-us” /ˈmʲiːhən̪ˠəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- míshonais, an mhíshonais (e.g. cúis an mhíshonais, the cause of the unhappiness)
What does “míshonas” mean?
“Míshonas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- unhappiness
- The state of being unhappy or discontented.Also: misery, discontent, sadness.
1 other meaning: misfortune
- 2misfortune
- Bad luck or ill fortune that befalls someone.Also: bad luck, ill fortune.
“Míshonas” with the article
Here is míshonas after the article (an t-alt).
“Míshonas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using míshonas, the Irish word for unhappiness.
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Unhappiness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for unhappiness?
The Irish for unhappiness is míshonas (pronounced “MEE-hun-us”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean misfortune.
How do you pronounce míshonas in Irish?
Míshonas is said like “MEE-hun-us” (IPA /ˈmʲiːhən̪ˠəsˠ/).
Does míshonas have a plural?
No plural form is given for míshonas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does míshonas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Míshonas can mean unhappiness or misfortune, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does míshonas change to mhíshonas?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhíshonas. After ár (our) it stays ár míshonas, because m does not take eclipsis.
How is 'míshonas' related to 'sonas'?
It is 'sonas' (happiness) with the negative prefix 'mí-', which lenites, so it means unhappiness. The adjective is 'míshona'.
How do I say someone is unhappy using this word?
Use 'ar': 'Tá míshonas air' means he is unhappy, though 'Tá sé míshona' is more common.
