HeyRuaHow to say “aviation” in Irish
- Irish:
- eitleoireacht
- English:
- aviation, airmanship
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ET-yil-oh-ir-akht” /ˈɛtʲlʲoːɾʲəxt/
- Genitive singular:
- eitleoireachta, na heitleoireachta (e.g. tionscal na heitleoireachta, the aviation industry)
What does “eitleoireacht” mean?
“Eitleoireacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- aviation
- The flying of aircraft, or the activity and industry of air travel.Also: flying, flight, air travel.
1 other meaning: airmanship
- 2airmanship
- The skill or practice of flying an aircraft as a pilot.Also: piloting, flying skill.
“Eitleoireacht” with the article
Here is eitleoireacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Eitleoireacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using eitleoireacht, the Irish word for aviation.
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Aviation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for aviation?
The Irish for aviation is eitleoireacht (pronounced “ET-yil-oh-ir-akht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean airmanship.
How do you pronounce eitleoireacht in Irish?
Eitleoireacht is said like “ET-yil-oh-ir-akht” (IPA /ˈɛtʲlʲoːɾʲəxt/).
Does eitleoireacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for eitleoireacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does eitleoireacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Eitleoireacht can mean aviation or airmanship, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does eitleoireacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an eitleoireacht (the aviation), a heitleoireacht (her aviation), a n-eitleoireacht (their aviation).
What is the difference between eitleoireacht and eitilt?
Eitilt is a single flight or the act of flying, while eitleoireacht refers to aviation or flying as an activity or skill, as in tionscal na heitleoireachta.
