HeyRuaHow to say “courtesy” in Irish
- Irish:
- córtas
- English:
- courtesy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KOR-tus” /ˈkoːɾˠt̪ˠəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- córtais, an chórtais (e.g. easpa córtais, lack of courtesy)
What does “córtas” mean?
- courtesy
- Polite, respectful and considerate behaviour towards other people.Also: politeness, civility, good manners.
Other Irish words for courtesy: cúirtéis (courtesy), cúirtéiseacht (courtesy)
“Córtas” with the article
Here is córtas after the article (an t-alt).
“Córtas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using córtas, the Irish word for courtesy.
Other nouns in Irish
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Courtesy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for courtesy?
The Irish for courtesy is córtas (pronounced “KOR-tus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce córtas in Irish?
Córtas is said like “KOR-tus” (IPA /ˈkoːɾˠt̪ˠəsˠ/).
Does córtas have a plural?
No plural form is given for córtas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does córtas change to chórtas or gcórtas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) córtas becomes mo chórtas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcórtas (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'córtas' and 'cúirtéis'?
Both relate to courtesy: 'córtas' is the quality of being courteous, while 'cúirtéis' often means a courteous act such as a bow or curtsy.
