HeyRuaHow to say “clarity” in Irish
- Irish:
- soiléire
- English:
- clarity, obviousness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “SIL-ay-ruh” /ˈsˠɪlʲeːɾʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- soiléire, na soiléire (e.g. ar mhaithe le soiléire, for the sake of clarity)
What does “soiléire” mean?
“Soiléire” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- clarity
- The quality of being clear, easy to see, hear or understand.Also: clearness, distinctness, plainness, lucidity.
1 other meaning: obviousness
- 2obviousness
- The quality of being plain or evident to everyone.Also: evidence, plainness.
Other Irish words for clarity: soiléireacht (clarity)
“Soiléire” with the article
Here is soiléire after the article (an t-alt).
“Soiléire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using soiléire, the Irish word for clarity.
Other nouns in Irish
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Clarity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for clarity?
The Irish for clarity is soiléire (pronounced “SIL-ay-ruh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean obviousness.
How do you pronounce soiléire in Irish?
Soiléire is said like “SIL-ay-ruh” (IPA /ˈsˠɪlʲeːɾʲə/).
Does soiléire have a plural?
No plural form is given for soiléire in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does soiléire have more than one meaning?
Yes. Soiléire can mean clarity or obviousness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does soiléire change to shoiléire?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shoiléire. After ár (our) it stays ár soiléire, because s does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between soiléire and soiléireacht?
Both mean clarity; soiléireacht is more common in everyday use, while soiléire is the abstract noun formed from the adjective soiléir.
What is the opposite of soiléire?
The opposite is doiléire, meaning vagueness or obscurity.
