HeyRuaHow to say “disuse” in Irish
- Irish:
- neamhfheidhm
- English:
- disuse
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NYAV-ayim” /ˈnʲavˌeːmʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neamhfheidhme, na neamhfheidhme (e.g. staid neamhfheidhme, a state of disuse)
What does “neamhfheidhm” mean?
- disuse
- The state of not being used or not working, as when something has fallen out of use or service.Also: uselessness, inoperative state, being out of use.
“Neamhfheidhm” with the article
Here is neamhfheidhm after the article (an t-alt).
an neamhfheidhm
the disuse
No change after an
“Neamhfheidhm” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neamhfheidhm, the Irish word for disuse.
Tá an seanmhuileann i neamhfheidhm le blianta.
The old mill has been out of use for years.
Chuaigh an líne iarnróid i neamhfheidhm.
The railway line fell into disuse.
Is trua an neamhfheidhm atá ar an bhfoirgneamh.
It's a pity the building is unused.
Tá an dlí sin i neamhfheidhm anois.
That law is no longer in force now.
Bhí an chéibh i staid neamhfheidhme.
The pier was in a state of disuse.
Ní fhágfaimid an halla i neamhfheidhm.
We won't leave the hall unused.
Cuireadh an seanchóras i neamhfheidhm anuraidh.
The old system was taken out of use last year.
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Disuse in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for disuse?
The Irish for disuse is neamhfheidhm (pronounced “NYAV-ayim”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce neamhfheidhm in Irish?
Neamhfheidhm is said like “NYAV-ayim” (IPA /ˈnʲavˌeːmʲ/).
Does neamhfheidhm have a plural?
No plural form is given for neamhfheidhm in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How does 'neamhfheidhm' relate to 'feidhm'?
'Feidhm' means use or function, and the prefix 'neamh-' negates it, so 'neamhfheidhm' means disuse; 'i bhfeidhm' is in force, 'i neamhfheidhm' is out of use.
