Appropriation in Irish (Leithroinnt): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for appropriation?

The Irish for appropriation is leithroinnt (pronounced “LEH-rin-tyuh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is leithrannta. Depending on context it can also mean apportionment.

Q: What is the plural of appropriation in Irish?

The plural of leithroinnt is leithrannta; with the article, na leithrannta means “the appropriations”. The genitive plural is leithrannta, as in cuntas na leithrannta (the appropriation account).

Q: Does leithroinnt have more than one meaning?

Yes. Leithroinnt can mean appropriation or apportionment, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “appropriation” in Irish

Irish:: leithroinnt
English:: appropriation, apportionment
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine
Pronunciation:: “LEH-rin-tyuh” /ˈlʲɛhrˠɪnʲtʲ/

Various forms

Plural:: leithrannta (appropriations)
Genitive singular:: leithroinnte, na leithroinnte (e.g. Acht na Leithroinnte, the Appropriation Act)
Genitive plural:: leithrannta, na leithrannta (e.g. cuntas na leithrannta, the appropriation account)

What does “leithroinnt” mean?

“Leithroinnt” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

appropriation: The setting aside of money or resources for a particular purpose, especially public funds voted for a specific use.Also: allocation, earmarking, allotment.

1 other meaning: apportionment

2apportionment: The dividing out of something into shares or portions for different parties.Also: allocation, distribution.

“Leithroinnt” with the article

The plural of appropriation in Irish is leithrannta. Here is leithroinnt after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an leithroinnt

the appropriation

No change after an

na leithrannta

the appropriations

Plural: no change after na

“Leithroinnt” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using leithroinnt, the Irish word for appropriation.

Rinne an Dáil leithroinnt airgid don ospidéal nua.

The Dáil appropriated money for the new hospital.

Ritheadh an leithroinnt sa bhuiséad inné.

The appropriation was passed in the budget yesterday.

Tá Acht na Leithroinnte os comhair na Dála anois.

The Appropriation Act is now before the Dáil.

Ní raibh na leithrannta sách mór do na scoileanna.

The allocations were not big enough for the schools.

Bhí laghdú ar an leithroinnt don roinn i mbliana.

The department's allocation was reduced this year.

Tá cuntais na leithrannta foilsithe ag an Rialtas.

The Government has published the appropriation accounts.

Iarradh leithroinnt bhreise ar an Aire.

The Minister was asked for an additional allocation.

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Appropriation in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for appropriation?

The Irish for appropriation is leithroinnt (pronounced “LEH-rin-tyuh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is leithrannta. Depending on context it can also mean apportionment.

How do you pronounce leithroinnt in Irish?

Leithroinnt is said like “LEH-rin-tyuh” (IPA /ˈlʲɛhrˠɪnʲtʲ/).

What is the plural of appropriation in Irish?

The plural of leithroinnt is leithrannta; with the article, na leithrannta means “the appropriations”. The genitive plural is leithrannta, as in cuntas na leithrannta (the appropriation account).

Does leithroinnt have more than one meaning?

Yes. Leithroinnt can mean appropriation or apportionment, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How is 'leithroinnt' different from 'dáileadh'?

'Leithroinnt' is setting aside funds for a specific purpose, as in public finance, while 'dáileadh' is general distribution or sharing out.

Appropriation in Irish (Leithroinnt): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage