Diplomacy in Irish (Taidhleoireacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for diplomacy?

The Irish for diplomacy is taidhleoireacht (pronounced “TYE-lor-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean tact.

Q: Does taidhleoireacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Taidhleoireacht can mean diplomacy or tact, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “diplomacy” in Irish

Irish:: taidhleoireacht
English:: diplomacy, tact
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “TYE-lor-ukht” /ˈtaiːlʲoːɾʲəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: taidhleoireachta, na taidhleoireachta (e.g. cúrsaí taidhleoireachta, matters of diplomacy)

What does “taidhleoireacht” mean?

“Taidhleoireacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

diplomacy: The work of managing relations between countries through negotiation and representatives.Also: diplomatic service, foreign relations.

1 other meaning: tact

2tact: Skill in dealing with people sensitively so as not to offend them.Also: diplomacy, tactfulness.

“Taidhleoireacht” with the article

Here is taidhleoireacht after the article (an t-alt).

an taidhleoireacht

the diplomacy

No change: d and t are not lenited after an

“Taidhleoireacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using taidhleoireacht, the Irish word for diplomacy.

Tá taithí fhada aici ar an taidhleoireacht.

She has long experience in diplomacy.

Theip ar an taidhleoireacht idir an dá thír.

Diplomacy between the two countries failed.

Ba mhaith leis post a fháil sa taidhleoireacht.

He would like to get a job in the diplomatic service.

Bhí gá le go leor taidhleoireachta chun an t-aighneas a réiteach.

A lot of diplomacy was needed to settle the dispute.

Léirigh sí taidhleoireacht nuair a labhair sí le m'athair.

She showed tact when she spoke to my father.

Is ceird dheacair í an taidhleoireacht.

Diplomacy is a difficult craft.

D'éirigh leo i ngeall ar thaidhleoireacht chiúin.

They succeeded thanks to quiet diplomacy.

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Diplomacy in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for diplomacy?

The Irish for diplomacy is taidhleoireacht (pronounced “TYE-lor-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean tact.

How do you pronounce taidhleoireacht in Irish?

Taidhleoireacht is said like “TYE-lor-ukht” (IPA /ˈtaiːlʲoːɾʲəxt̪ˠ/).

Does taidhleoireacht have a plural?

No plural form is given for taidhleoireacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does taidhleoireacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Taidhleoireacht can mean diplomacy or tact, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does taidhleoireacht change to thaidhleoireacht or dtaidhleoireacht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taidhleoireacht becomes mo thaidhleoireacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaidhleoireacht (eclipsis).

What is the word for a diplomat?

A diplomat is 'taidhleoir', and the adjective diplomatic is 'taidhleoireachta' (genitive) or 'taidhleoiriúil'.

Diplomacy in Irish (Taidhleoireacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage