grásúil
The Irish word for graceful is grásúil.
grásúil is an adjective used to describe someone or something that shows grace.
Meaning: showing grace (adj)
Did you know?
- The word grásúil is used not only for physical poise but also to describe someone who is 'gracious' or 'kind-hearted'.
- While it looks like 'grace', grásúil is related to the word grás, which can mean 'favor' or 'goodwill' in a social or spiritual context.
- To express 'grace' as a noun, Irish uses grás, but to express the act of 'praying grace' before a meal, the language uses different terminology entirely.
Examples in context
- Tá an rinceoir líofa.The dancer is graceful.
Example conversation
Cian and Niamh are watching a ballet performance.
- CianAn bhfuil sí grásúil, a Niamh?Is she graceful, Niamh?
- NiamhTá, tá sí an-grásúil!Yes, she is very graceful!
- CianIs maith liom an damhsa seo.I like this dance.
- NiamhIs é an damhsa is grásúil é.It is the most graceful dance.
