HeyRuaHow to say “cultivation” in Irish
- Irish:
- curaíocht
- English:
- cultivation, crops
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUR-ee-ukht” /ˈkʊɾˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- curaíochta, na curaíochta (e.g. talamh curaíochta, arable land)
What does “curaíocht” mean?
“Curaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- cultivation
- The work of growing crops by tilling and sowing the land.Also: tillage, crop growing, husbandry.
1 other meaning: crops
- 2crops
- The crops or tilled produce growing on a piece of land.Also: crop, tilled land.
Other Irish words for cultivation: saothrú (cultivation)
“Curaíocht” with the article
Here is curaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Curaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using curaíocht, the Irish word for cultivation.
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Cultivation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cultivation?
The Irish for cultivation is curaíocht (pronounced “KUR-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean crops.
How do you pronounce curaíocht in Irish?
Curaíocht is said like “KUR-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈkʊɾˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does curaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for curaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does curaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Curaíocht can mean cultivation or crops, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does curaíocht change to churaíocht or gcuraíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) curaíocht becomes mo churaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcuraíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between curaíocht and talmhaíocht?
Curaíocht is specifically tillage or growing crops, while talmhaíocht is agriculture in general, including livestock.
