HeyRuaHow to say “criminality” in Irish
- Irish:
- coiriúlacht
- English:
- criminality, guilt
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KIR-oo-lukht” /ˈkɪɾʲuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- coiriúlachta, na coiriúlachta (e.g. leibhéal na coiriúlachta, the level of criminality)
What does “coiriúlacht” mean?
“Coiriúlacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- criminality
- The state or quality of being criminal, or criminal activity in general.Also: crime, criminal activity, criminal behaviour.
1 other meaning: guilt
- 2guilt
- The state of being guilty or culpable of wrongdoing.Also: guiltiness, culpability.
“Coiriúlacht” with the article
Here is coiriúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Coiriúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using coiriúlacht, the Irish word for criminality.
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Criminality in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for criminality?
The Irish for criminality is coiriúlacht (pronounced “KIR-oo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean guilt.
How do you pronounce coiriúlacht in Irish?
Coiriúlacht is said like “KIR-oo-lukht” (IPA /ˈkɪɾʲuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does coiriúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for coiriúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does coiriúlacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Coiriúlacht can mean criminality or guilt, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does coiriúlacht change to choiriúlacht or gcoiriúlacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) coiriúlacht becomes mo choiriúlacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcoiriúlacht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'coir' and 'coiriúlacht'?
'Coir' is a single crime or offence, while 'coiriúlacht' is criminality or crime as a general phenomenon, as in 'coiriúlacht eagraithe' (organised crime).
