a ghràidh
endearment, vocative
A common way to say "sweetheart" to someone in Scottish Gaelic is a ghràidh. A ghaoil and m' eudail are also loving.
Meaning: term of endearment (noun)
Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| a ghràidh | endearment, vocative |
| a ghaoil | endearment, vocative |
| m' eudail | endearment, treasure |
A ghràidh and a ghaoil are forms you use when talking directly to the person, like "my love" or "dear". M' eudail means "my treasure".
Which one should you use?
All three are gentle and can be used for a partner or a child. Which one you choose is mostly a matter of habit and taste.
Did you know?
- The a in a ghràidh is the marker for speaking to someone, and it makes the first letter of the next word soften.
Examples in context
- Tha gaol agam ort, a ghaoil.I love you, sweetheart.
- Oidhche mhath, m' eudail.Goodnight, sweetheart.
Example conversation
Calum speaks to Màiri over breakfast.
- CalumMadainn mhath, a ghràidh.Good morning, sweetheart.
- MàiriMadainn mhath. A bheil an cofaidh deiseil?Good morning. Is the coffee ready?
- CalumTha, a ghaoil.Yes, sweetheart.
