HeyRuaHow to say “competition” in Irish
- Irish:
- iomaíocht
- English:
- competition
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “UM-ee-ukht” /ˈʊmˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- iomaíochta, na hiomaíochta (e.g. dlí na hiomaíochta, competition law)
What does “iomaíocht” mean?
- competition
- The act or state of competing or contending with others for something, such as business, a prize or a position.Also: rivalry, contention, competing, contest.
Other Irish words for competition: comórtas (competition), turnaimint (tournament)
“Iomaíocht” with the article
Here is iomaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Iomaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iomaíocht, the Irish word for competition.
Other nouns in Irish
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Competition in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for competition?
The Irish for competition is iomaíocht (pronounced “UM-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce iomaíocht in Irish?
Iomaíocht is said like “UM-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈʊmˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does iomaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for iomaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does iomaíocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an iomaíocht (the competition), a hiomaíocht (her competition), a n-iomaíocht (their competition).
What is the difference between iomaíocht and comórtas?
Iomaíocht is the general idea of competing or rivalry (iomaíocht idir comhlachtaí), while comórtas is usually a specific organised contest or competition with entrants and a winner (comórtas amhránaíochta).
How do I say 'to compete' using this word?
Use the phrase dul san iomaíocht, e.g. Chuaigh sí san iomaíocht leis na himreoirí is fearr, 'She competed with the best players'.
