Bloodlessness in Irish (Neamhfholacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for bloodlessness?

The Irish for bloodlessness is neamhfholacht (pronounced “NYAV-ul-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean anaemia.

Q: Does neamhfholacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Neamhfholacht can mean bloodlessness or anaemia, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “bloodlessness” in Irish

Irish:: neamhfholacht
English:: bloodlessness, anaemia
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine
Pronunciation:: “NYAV-ul-ukht” /ˈnʲaʊˌolˠəxtˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: neamhfholachta, na neamhfholachta (e.g. comharthaí na neamhfholachta, symptoms of bloodlessness)

What does “neamhfholacht” mean?

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

bloodlessness: The state of having little or no blood, being pale and drained.Also: paleness, lack of blood.

1 other meaning: anaemia

2anaemia: A medical condition in which the blood lacks enough healthy red cells or haemoglobin.Also: anemia.

“Neamhfholacht” with the article

Here is neamhfholacht after the article (an t-alt).

an neamhfholacht

the bloodlessness

No change after an

“Neamhfholacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using neamhfholacht, the Irish word for bloodlessness.

Tá neamhfholacht ar an othar seo.

This patient has anaemia.

Is minic a bhíonn tuirse ann mar gheall ar neamhfholacht.

Tiredness is often caused by anaemia.

Thug an dochtúir iarann di in aghaidh na neamhfholachta.

The doctor gave her iron against the anaemia.

Bhí comharthaí neamhfholachta le feiceáil ina aghaidh.

Signs of anaemia could be seen in his face.

Fuair siad amach go raibh neamhfholacht uirthi.

They found out that she had anaemia.

Is féidir an neamhfholacht a leigheas le haiste bia mhaith.

Anaemia can be treated with a good diet.

Chuir an neamhfholacht lagar mór air.

The anaemia left him very weak.

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Bloodlessness in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for bloodlessness?

The Irish for bloodlessness is neamhfholacht (pronounced “NYAV-ul-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean anaemia.

How do you pronounce neamhfholacht in Irish?

Neamhfholacht is said like “NYAV-ul-ukht” (IPA /ˈnʲaʊˌolˠəxtˠ/).

Does neamhfholacht have a plural?

No plural form is given for neamhfholacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does neamhfholacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Neamhfholacht can mean bloodlessness or anaemia, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Is 'neamhfholacht' the usual word for anaemia?

It is the dictionary term built from 'neamh-' (non-) and 'fuil' (blood); in medical contexts 'anaemia' is also used, and you may hear 'easpa fola' (lack of blood) in everyday speech.

Bloodlessness in Irish (Neamhfholacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage