HeyRuaHow to say “bias” in Irish
- Irish:
- laofacht
- English:
- bias
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAY-uf-ukht” /ˈl̪ˠeːfˠəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- laofachta, na laofachta (e.g. cineál laofachta, a kind of bias)
What does “laofacht” mean?
- bias
- An unfair leaning or partiality in favour of or against someone or something.Also: partiality, prejudice, leaning.
“Laofacht” with the article
Here is laofacht after the article (an t-alt).
an laofacht
the bias
No change after an
“Laofacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using laofacht, the Irish word for bias.
Tá laofacht shoiléir sa tuairisc sin.
There is a clear bias in that report.
Cuireadh laofacht i leith an mholtóra.
The referee was accused of bias.
Níl aon laofacht ag baint leis an staidéar.
There is no bias in the study.
Ní raibh fianaise laofachta ar bith ann.
There was no evidence of bias at all.
Ba chóir an laofacht a sheachaint i gcónaí.
Bias should always be avoided.
Thug sí faoi deara laofacht sna meáin.
She noticed bias in the media.
Is deacair laofacht a aithint ionat féin.
It is hard to recognise bias in yourself.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Bias in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bias?
The Irish for bias is laofacht (pronounced “LAY-uf-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce laofacht in Irish?
Laofacht is said like “LAY-uf-ukht” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠeːfˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does laofacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for laofacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'laofacht' different from 'claontacht'?
Both mean bias or partiality; 'claontacht' is the more traditional dictionary word, while 'laofacht' is common in modern terminology. The adjective 'laofa' means biased.
