Contribution in Irish (Ranníocaíocht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for contribution?

The Irish for contribution is ranníocaíocht (pronounced “RAWN-ee-uh-kee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is ranníocaíochtaí.

Q: What is the plural of contribution in Irish?

The plural of ranníocaíocht is ranníocaíochtaí; with the article, na ranníocaíochtaí means “the contributions”. The genitive plural is ranníocaíochtaí, as in taifead na ranníocaíochtaí (the record of the contributions).

How to say “contribution” in Irish

Irish:: ranníocaíocht
English:: contribution
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “RAWN-ee-uh-kee-ukht” /ˈɾˠɑːnʲiːəkiːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Plural:: ranníocaíochtaí (contributions)
Genitive singular:: ranníocaíochta, na ranníocaíochta (e.g. méid na ranníocaíochta, the amount of the contribution)
Genitive plural:: ranníocaíochtaí, na ranníocaíochtaí (e.g. taifead na ranníocaíochtaí, the record of the contributions)

What does “ranníocaíocht” mean?

“Ranníocaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

contribution: A sum of money paid as one's share towards a common fund, such as social insurance or a pension scheme.Also: payment, pension contribution, social insurance contribution.

1 other meaning:

2contribution: Something given or done to help a shared effort or cause.Also: input, share.

“Ranníocaíocht” with the article

The plural of contribution in Irish is ranníocaíochtaí. Here is ranníocaíocht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an ranníocaíocht

the contribution

No change after an

na ranníocaíochtaí

the contributions

Plural: no change after na

“Ranníocaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using ranníocaíocht, the Irish word for contribution.

Íocann gach oibrí ranníocaíocht gach seachtain.

Every worker pays a contribution every week.

Baintear an ranníocaíocht as mo phá.

The contribution is deducted from my pay.

Tá ráta na ranníocaíochta ag ardú arís.

The contribution rate is rising again.

Níl go leor ranníocaíochtaí agam don phinsean fós.

I don't have enough contributions for the pension yet.

Rinne sí ranníocaíocht mhór leis an bhfeachtas.

She made a big contribution to the campaign.

Tá mo ranníocaíocht íoctha agam cheana féin.

I have already paid my contribution.

Tá athrú i ranníocaíochtaí an fhostóra i mbliana.

There is a change in the employer's contributions this year.

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Contribution in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for contribution?

The Irish for contribution is ranníocaíocht (pronounced “RAWN-ee-uh-kee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is ranníocaíochtaí.

How do you pronounce ranníocaíocht in Irish?

Ranníocaíocht is said like “RAWN-ee-uh-kee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɾˠɑːnʲiːəkiːəxt̪ˠ/).

What is the plural of contribution in Irish?

The plural of ranníocaíocht is ranníocaíochtaí; with the article, na ranníocaíochtaí means “the contributions”. The genitive plural is ranníocaíochtaí, as in taifead na ranníocaíochtaí (the record of the contributions).

What is the difference between ranníocaíocht and síntiús?

Ranníocaíocht is usually a required share paid into a scheme, such as social insurance, while síntiús is a voluntary donation or subscription.

Contribution in Irish (Ranníocaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage