cess
"gearradh" means "cess" in Irish (masculine noun). Pronounced /ˈɟaɾˠə/. Mutation forms: Séimhiú → ghearradh, Urú → ngearradh.
In Irish, the first letter of "gearradh" changes depending on the grammatical context. These are the mutated forms:
| Mutation | Form |
|---|---|
| Base form | gearradh |
| Séimhiú | ghearradh |
| Urú | ngearradh |
Gearradh príosún saoil air.
He has a life sentence.
B1Bhí mé ag gearradh adhmaid.
I was cutting wood.
A2Caithfidh na polaiteoirí gearradh siar ar a gcuid costas.
The politicians must cut down on their expenses.
A2Gearradh fíneáil orm ar an láthair.
I was given a fine on the spot.
A2Gearradh fíneáil €100 orm.
I was fined €100.
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