HeyRuaHow to say “constitution” in Irish
- Irish:
- coimpléasc
- English:
- constitution, complex
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUM-playsk” /ˈkʊmˠpˠlʲeːsˠk/
- Plural:
- coimpléisc (constitutions)
- Genitive singular:
- coimpléisc, an choimpléisc (e.g. neart an choimpléisc, the strength of the physique)
- Genitive plural:
- coimpléasc, na gcoimpléasc (e.g. neart na gcoimpléasc, the strength of the physiques)
What does “coimpléasc” mean?
“Coimpléasc” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- constitution
- The physical make-up or build of a person's body, their strength and health.Also: physical constitution, build, physique.
1 other meaning: complex
- 2complex
- In psychology, a group of feelings or ideas that affects a person's behaviour, such as an inferiority complex.Also: psychological complex, hang-up.
Other Irish words for constitution: bunreacht (constitution)
“Coimpléasc” with the article
The plural of constitution in Irish is coimpléisc. Here is coimpléasc after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Coimpléasc” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using coimpléasc, the Irish word for constitution.
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Constitution in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for constitution?
The Irish for constitution is coimpléasc (pronounced “KUM-playsk”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is coimpléisc. Depending on context it can also mean complex.
How do you pronounce coimpléasc in Irish?
Coimpléasc is said like “KUM-playsk” (IPA /ˈkʊmˠpˠlʲeːsˠk/).
What is the plural of constitution in Irish?
The plural of coimpléasc is coimpléisc; with the article, na coimpléisc means “the constitutions”. The genitive plural is coimpléasc, as in neart na gcoimpléasc (the strength of the physiques).
Does coimpléasc have more than one meaning?
Yes. Coimpléasc can mean constitution or complex, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does coimpléasc change to choimpléasc or gcoimpléasc?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) coimpléasc becomes mo choimpléasc (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcoimpléasc (eclipsis).
How do I say 'inferiority complex' in Irish?
Use 'coimpléasc ísleachta'; for example 'Tá coimpléasc ísleachta air' means 'He has an inferiority complex'.
Does 'coimpléasc' mean a building complex?
No, it refers to physical constitution or a psychological complex; 'coimpléasc' is not used for a building complex, which is usually 'ionad'.
