Diversity in Irish (Ilghnéitheacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for diversity?

The Irish for diversity is ilghnéitheacht (pronounced “IL-ghnay-hyakht”). It’s a feminine noun.

How to say “diversity” in Irish

Irish:: ilghnéitheacht
English:: diversity
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “IL-ghnay-hyakht” /ˈɪlʲˌɣnʲeːhəxt/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: ilghnéitheachta, na hilghnéitheachta (e.g. ceiliúradh na hilghnéitheachta, celebration of diversity)

What does “ilghnéitheacht” mean?

diversity: The quality of being made up of many different kinds or types; variety.Also: variety, heterogeneity, multiplicity.

Other Irish words for diversity: éagsúlacht (variety)

“Ilghnéitheacht” with the article

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

an ilghnéitheacht

the diversity

No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an

“Ilghnéitheacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using ilghnéitheacht, the Irish word for diversity.

Tá ilghnéitheacht mhór i measc na ndaltaí sa scoil.

There is great diversity among the pupils in the school.

Is cúis bhróid dúinn an ilghnéitheacht sa phobal.

The diversity in the community is a source of pride for us.

Labhair sí faoi thábhacht na hilghnéitheachta.

She spoke about the importance of diversity.

Ní mór ilghnéitheacht a chosaint san oideachas.

Diversity must be protected in education.

Tá ilghnéitheacht bhitheolaíoch i mbaol ar fud an domhain.

Biological diversity is under threat throughout the world.

Cuireann an ilghnéitheacht cultúir saibhreas leis an gcathair.

Cultural diversity adds richness to the city.

Bhí ilghnéitheacht sa chlár ceoil an oíche sin.

There was variety in the music programme that night.

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Diversity in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for diversity?

The Irish for diversity is ilghnéitheacht (pronounced “IL-ghnay-hyakht”). It’s a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce ilghnéitheacht in Irish?

Ilghnéitheacht is said like “IL-ghnay-hyakht” (IPA /ˈɪlʲˌɣnʲeːhəxt/).

Does ilghnéitheacht have a plural?

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

Why does ilghnéitheacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?

Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an ilghnéitheacht (the diversity), a hilghnéitheacht (her diversity), a n-ilghnéitheacht (their diversity).

What is the difference between 'ilghnéitheacht' and 'éagsúlacht'?

Both can mean diversity or variety; 'éagsúlacht' is the more everyday word, while 'ilghnéitheacht' is more formal and stresses many different kinds.

Diversity in Irish (Ilghnéitheacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage