HeyRuaHow to say “devolution” in Irish
- Irish:
- déabhlóid
- English:
- devolution
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “DAY-voh-lohd” /ˈdʲeːwoːlˠoːdʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- déabhlóide, na déabhlóide (e.g. próiseas na déabhlóide, the process of devolution)
What does “déabhlóid” mean?
- devolution
- The transfer of power from a central government to a regional or local government.Also: transfer of power, devolved government.
“Déabhlóid” with the article
Here is déabhlóid after the article (an t-alt).
an déabhlóid
the devolution
No change: d and t are not lenited after an
“Déabhlóid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using déabhlóid, the Irish word for devolution.
Thug an rialtas déabhlóid d'Albain agus don Bhreatain Bheag.
The government granted devolution to Scotland and Wales.
Tá an déabhlóid ag obair go maith sa tuaisceart.
Devolution is working well in the north.
Bhí díospóireacht mhór faoin déabhlóid sa pharlaimint.
There was a big debate about devolution in parliament.
Is ceist chasta í ceist na déabhlóide.
The question of devolution is a complicated one.
Tá sé i bhfabhar déabhlóide do na réigiúin.
He is in favour of devolution for the regions.
Cuireadh tús leis an déabhlóid i 1999.
Devolution began in 1999.
Níl gach duine sásta le torthaí na déabhlóide.
Not everyone is happy with the results of devolution.
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Devolution in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for devolution?
The Irish for devolution is déabhlóid (pronounced “DAY-voh-lohd”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce déabhlóid in Irish?
Déabhlóid is said like “DAY-voh-lohd” (IPA /ˈdʲeːwoːlˠoːdʲ/).
Does déabhlóid have a plural?
No plural form is given for déabhlóid in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does déabhlóid change to dhéabhlóid or ndéabhlóid?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) déabhlóid becomes mo dhéabhlóid (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndéabhlóid (eclipsis).
Is 'déabhlóid' the same as 'féinrialtas'?
No. 'Déabhlóid' is the handing down of certain powers from central government, while 'féinrialtas' means self-government or home rule more generally.
