Irish Word of the Day
gasta
GAH-stuh • adjective — 25th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: quick; fast; lively
Examples
- Bhí an freagra an-ghasta aige.
(He had a very quick answer.) - Tá an carr sin gasta go leor.
(That car is quite fast.) - Is duine gasta é sa chluiche.
(He is a quick person in the game.)
Synonyms
- tapa
- luath
- prap
Antonyms
- mall
- sean-mhall
Gasta is a common everyday word for something or someone that is quick or fast. It can describe speed, a quick response, or a lively person, depending on context.
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