Gearradh príosún saoil air.
He has a life sentence.
B1
Irish word
gearradh
cess
nounmasculine/ˈɟaɾˠə/
gearradh means “cess” in Irish and is used as a noun. Its recorded IPA pronunciation is /ˈɟaɾˠə/.
Definitions
- speed
- cutting
- section
- keenness
- castration
- castigation
Mutation forms
| Mutation | Form |
|---|---|
| Base form | gearradh |
| Séimhiú | ghearradh |
| Urú | ngearradh |
gearradh in context
Bhí mé ag gearradh adhmaid.
I was cutting wood.
A2
Caithfidh na polaiteoirí gearradh siar ar a gcuid costas.
The politicians must cut down on their expenses.
A2
Gearradh fíneáil orm ar an láthair.
I was given a fine on the spot.
A2
Gearradh fíneáil €100 orm.
I was fined €100.
B2
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