HeyRuaHow to say “disuse” in Irish
- Irish:
- neamhúsáid
- English:
- disuse, uselessness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “nyav-OO-saw-id” /ˈnʲaʊˌuːsˠaːdʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neamhúsáide, na neamhúsáide (e.g. de bharr neamhúsáide, as a result of disuse)
What does “neamhúsáid” mean?
“Neamhúsáid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- disuse
- The state of not being used, so that something is neglected or idle.Also: non-use, lack of use, neglect.
1 other meaning: uselessness
- 2uselessness
- The quality of being of no use or no value.Also: inutility, futility.
“Neamhúsáid” with the article
Here is neamhúsáid after the article (an t-alt).
an neamhúsáid
the disuse
No change after an
“Neamhúsáid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neamhúsáid, the Irish word for disuse.
Tá an seanmhuileann ag titim as a chéile le neamhúsáid.
The old mill is falling apart from disuse.
Chuaigh an bóthar i neamhúsáid blianta ó shin.
The road fell into disuse years ago.
Lagaíonn matáin de bharr neamhúsáide.
Muscles weaken through lack of use.
Tá an focal sin imithe i neamhúsáid anois.
That word has gone out of use now.
Ba í an neamhúsáid ba chúis leis an meirg.
Disuse was the cause of the rust.
Is mór an trua neamhúsáid na teanga sa bhaile.
The lack of use of the language at home is a great pity.
Bhí an scoil folamh agus i neamhúsáid.
The school was empty and unused.
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Disuse in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for disuse?
The Irish for disuse is neamhúsáid (pronounced “nyav-OO-saw-id”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean uselessness.
How do you pronounce neamhúsáid in Irish?
Neamhúsáid is said like “nyav-OO-saw-id” (IPA /ˈnʲaʊˌuːsˠaːdʲ/).
Does neamhúsáid have a plural?
No plural form is given for neamhúsáid in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does neamhúsáid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Neamhúsáid can mean disuse or uselessness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say something has fallen out of use?
Say 'chuaigh sé i neamhúsáid' (it went into disuse), the opposite of 'in úsáid' (in use).
