eireachdail
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The usual word for "handsome" in Scottish Gaelic is eireachdail. Bòidheach also means good-looking.
Meaning: good-looking, said of a man (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| eireachdail | standard |
| bòidheach | pretty |
Eireachdail describes a good-looking man and also a smart, well-turned-out person.
Which one should you use?
Bòidheach is "pretty" and is used of both men and women.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective does not change with the person addressed, so Tha thu eireachdail works for any man.
Did you know?
- The Gaelic word duine means both "man" and "husband", which is why an duine aice can be "her husband".
Examples in context
- Tha thu eireachdail.You are handsome.
- Tha an duine sin eireachdail.That man is handsome.
Example conversation
Two sisters talk about a friend's new husband.
- AnnaA bheil an duine aice eireachdail?Is her husband handsome?
- MairiTha, tha e eireachdail.Yes, he is handsome.
- AnnaTha mi toilichte dhi.I am happy for her.
