HeyRuaHow to say “consent” in Irish
- Irish:
- toiliú
- English:
- consent
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- toiligh, to consent (ag toiliú, consenting)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “TIL-oo” /ˈt̪ˠɪlʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- toilithe, an toilithe (e.g. aois an toilithe, the age of consent)
What does “toiliú” mean?
- consent
- Agreement or permission given willingly; it is the verbal noun of the verb toiligh, to consent.Also: consenting, assent, agreement, willingness.
“Toiliú” as a verbal noun
After ag, toiliú means consenting: it is the verbal noun of the verb toiligh (to consent). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Toiliú” with the article
Here is toiliú after the article (an t-alt).
“Toiliú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using toiliú, the Irish word for consent.
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Consent in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for consent?
The Irish for consent is toiliú (pronounced “TIL-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce toiliú in Irish?
Toiliú is said like “TIL-oo” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠɪlʲuː/).
Does toiliú have a plural?
No plural form is given for toiliú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does toiliú change to thoiliú or dtoiliú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) toiliú becomes mo thoiliú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtoiliú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between toiliú and cead?
Cead is everyday permission (an bhfuil cead agam?), while toiliú is more formal consent or assent, as in legal or medical contexts.
