HeyRuaHow to say “wheeze” in Irish
- Irish:
- cársán
- English:
- wheeze, hoarseness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KAWR-sawn” /ˈkaːɾˠsˠaːnˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- cársáin, an chársáin (e.g. fuaim an chársáin, the sound of the wheezing)
What does “cársán” mean?
“Cársán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- wheeze
- A whistling, rasping sound in the chest or throat when someone breathes with difficulty.Also: wheezing, rasping breath, chest rattle.
1 other meaning: hoarseness
- 2hoarseness
- A rough, harsh quality in the voice or breathing.Also: huskiness, rasp.
“Cársán” with the article
Here is cársán after the article (an t-alt).
“Cársán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cársán, the Irish word for wheeze.
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Wheeze in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for wheeze?
The Irish for wheeze is cársán (pronounced “KAWR-sawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean hoarseness.
How do you pronounce cársán in Irish?
Cársán is said like “KAWR-sawn” (IPA /ˈkaːɾˠsˠaːnˠ/).
Does cársán have a plural?
No plural form is given for cársán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cársán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cársán can mean wheeze or hoarseness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cársán change to chársán or gcársán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cársán becomes mo chársán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcársán (eclipsis).
How do you say someone is wheezing?
Use 'ar': 'Tá cársán air' means he is wheezing, literally there is a wheeze on him.
How is 'cársán' different from 'piachán'?
'Cársán' is mainly a wheeze in the breathing, while 'piachán' is hoarseness in the throat or voice.
