bully in Irish

bully in Irish is ansmachtaí, bulaí, ansmachtaigh — bully means a person who deliberately mistreats, threatens, or intimidates others they see as weaker.

bully in Irish

ansmachtaí

noun

A person who is intentionally physically or emotionally cruel to others, especially to those whom they perceive as being vulnerable or of less power or privilege. [from late 17th c.]

bulaí

noun

A person who is intentionally physically or emotionally cruel to others, especially to those whom they perceive as being vulnerable or of less power or privilege. [from late 17th c.]

ansmachtaigh

verb

(transitive) To intimidate (someone) as a bully.

What does "bully" mean?

noun A person who deliberately mistreats, threatens, or intimidates others they see as weaker.
"The teacher stepped in when she saw the bully shoving smaller kids around."
verb To intimidate or act aggressively toward someone, typically someone perceived as weaker.
"He was suspended for bullying a younger student online."
adj Excellent or first-rate (dated, informal).
""Bully for you!" he said, congratulating her on the win."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

bully in a sentence

The teacher stepped in when she saw the bully shoving smaller kids around.
No one wants to work for a boss who acts like a bully.
He was suspended for bullying a younger student online.
She refused to be bullied into signing the contract.

Similar words in Irish

tyrant

Common Irish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "bully" in Irish?

"bully" in Irish is ansmachtaí, bulaí, ansmachtaigh. bully means: A person who deliberately mistreats, threatens, or intimidates others they see as weaker.

How do you use "bully" in a sentence?

Example: "The teacher stepped in when she saw the bully shoving smaller kids around." In Irish, "bully" is ansmachtaí, bulaí, ansmachtaigh.

Are there other ways to say "bully" in Irish?

Yes — Irish has 3 translations listed for "bully": ansmachtaí, bulaí, ansmachtaigh.

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