HeyRuaHow to say “absolution” in Irish
- Irish:
- aspalóid
- English:
- absolution
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AS-puh-lohd” /ˈasˠpˠəl̪ˠoːdʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- aspalóide, na haspalóide (e.g. paidir na haspalóide, the prayer of absolution)
What does “aspalóid” mean?
- absolution
- The forgiveness of sins formally given by a priest, especially after confession.Also: forgiveness of sins, pardon.
“Aspalóid” with the article
Here is aspalóid after the article (an t-alt).
an aspalóid
the absolution
No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an
“Aspalóid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aspalóid, the Irish word for absolution.
Thug an sagart aspalóid dó.
The priest gave him absolution.
Fuair sí aspalóid tar éis na faoistine.
She received absolution after confession.
Ní bhfuair sé an aspalóid riamh.
He never got absolution.
Dúirt an sagart focail na haspalóide go ciúin.
The priest said the words of absolution quietly.
Tá aspalóid ag teastáil uaidh roimh an mbás.
He needs absolution before death.
Iarrann siad aspalóid ar Dhia.
They ask God for absolution.
Mhothaigh mé suaimhneas tar éis na haspalóide.
I felt peace after the absolution.
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Absolution in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for absolution?
The Irish for absolution is aspalóid (pronounced “AS-puh-lohd”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce aspalóid in Irish?
Aspalóid is said like “AS-puh-lohd” (IPA /ˈasˠpˠəl̪ˠoːdʲ/).
Does aspalóid have a plural?
No plural form is given for aspalóid in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does aspalóid sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aspalóid (the absolution), a haspalóid (her absolution), a n-aspalóid (their absolution).
How is 'aspalóid' different from 'maithiúnas'?
'Aspalóid' is the formal sacramental absolution given by a priest, while 'maithiúnas' is forgiveness in general, as in 'maithiúnas a iarraidh' (to ask forgiveness).
