Derry in Irish
Derry in Irish is Doire, Contae Dhoire — Derry means a feeling of dislike toward someone or something (chiefly in the phrase "have a derry on").
Derry in Irish
Doire
A city in northwestern Northern Ireland; also known as Londonderry.
Contae Dhoire
One of the traditional counties in northwestern Northern Ireland; known as County Derry, or officially as County Londonderry.
Doire
One of the traditional counties in northwestern Northern Ireland; known as County Derry, or officially as County Londonderry.
What does "Derry" mean?
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noun A feeling of dislike toward someone or something (chiefly in the phrase "have a derry on").
"She's had a derry on him ever since he borrowed her bike and never returned it."
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interjection A nonsense refrain sung as filler in old folk songs, with no literal meaning.
"The chorus went "hey down, derry down" between each verse."
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Derry in a sentence
- She's had a derry on him ever since he borrowed her bike and never returned it.
- The chorus went "hey down, derry down" between each verse.
Common Irish translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "Derry" in Irish?
"Derry" in Irish is Doire, Contae Dhoire. Derry means: A feeling of dislike toward someone or something (chiefly in the phrase "have a derry on").
How do you use "Derry" in a sentence?
Example: "She's had a derry on him ever since he borrowed her bike and never returned it." In Irish, "Derry" is Doire, Contae Dhoire.
Are there other ways to say "Derry" in Irish?
Yes — Irish has 2 translations listed for "Derry": Doire, Contae Dhoire.
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