HeyRuaHow to say “devotion” in Irish
- Irish:
- deabhóid
- English:
- devotion, devotions
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “dyow-OAJ” /dʲəˈvˠoːdʲ/
- Plural:
- deabhóidí (devotions)
- Genitive singular:
- deabhóide, na deabhóide (e.g. duine mór deabhóide, a very devout person)
- Genitive plural:
- deabhóidí, na ndeabhóidí (e.g. leabhar deabhóidí, a book of devotions)
What does “deabhóid” mean?
“Deabhóid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- devotion
- Religious devotion or piety, or a strong feeling of loyalty and dedication to someone or something.Also: piety, dedication, devoutness.
1 other meaning: devotions
- 2devotions
- A religious devotion: a prayer or act of worship performed outside the main liturgy, often used in the plural.Also: religious exercise, prayer service.
“Deabhóid” with the article
The plural of devotion in Irish is deabhóidí. Here is deabhóid after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Deabhóid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using deabhóid, the Irish word for devotion.
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Devotion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for devotion?
The Irish for devotion is deabhóid (pronounced “dyow-OAJ”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is deabhóidí. Depending on context it can also mean devotions.
How do you pronounce deabhóid in Irish?
Deabhóid is said like “dyow-OAJ” (IPA /dʲəˈvˠoːdʲ/).
What is the plural of devotion in Irish?
The plural of deabhóid is deabhóidí; with the article, na deabhóidí means “the devotions”. The genitive plural is deabhóidí, as in leabhar deabhóidí (a book of devotions).
Does deabhóid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Deabhóid can mean devotion or devotions, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does deabhóid change to dheabhóid or ndeabhóid?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) deabhóid becomes mo dheabhóid (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndeabhóid (eclipsis).
How do I say someone is devout?
You can say 'is duine deabhóideach é' or 'is duine mór deabhóide é'. 'Cráifeach' is another common word for pious.
