HeyRuaHow to say “commitment” in Irish
- Irish:
- ceangaltas
- English:
- commitment, attachment
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KYANG-gul-tus” /ˈcaŋɡəl̪ˠt̪ˠəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- ceangaltais, an cheangaltais (e.g. leibhéal an cheangaltais, level of commitment)
What does “ceangaltas” mean?
“Ceangaltas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- commitment
- A binding obligation or pledge that ties a person to doing something.Also: obligation, binding, engagement, undertaking.
1 other meaning: attachment
- 2attachment
- The state of being bound or tied to someone or something.Also: bond, tie.
Other Irish words for commitment: tiomantas (commitment)
“Ceangaltas” with the article
Here is ceangaltas after the article (an t-alt).
“Ceangaltas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ceangaltas, the Irish word for commitment.
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Commitment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for commitment?
The Irish for commitment is ceangaltas (pronounced “KYANG-gul-tus”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean attachment.
How do you pronounce ceangaltas in Irish?
Ceangaltas is said like “KYANG-gul-tus” (IPA /ˈcaŋɡəl̪ˠt̪ˠəsˠ/).
Does ceangaltas have a plural?
No plural form is given for ceangaltas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does ceangaltas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ceangaltas can mean commitment or attachment, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ceangaltas change to cheangaltas or gceangaltas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) ceangaltas becomes mo cheangaltas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gceangaltas (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'ceangaltas' and 'gealltanas'?
'Gealltanas' is a promise, while 'ceangaltas' stresses the binding obligation or commitment; 'tiomantas' is also used for dedication.
