Divinity in Irish (Diacht): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for divinity?

The Irish for divinity is diacht (pronounced “DEE-uhkht”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is diachtaí. Depending on context it can also mean deity.

Q: What is the plural of divinity in Irish?

The plural of diacht is diachtaí; with the article, na diachtaí means “the divinities”. The genitive plural is diachtaí, as in adhradh na ndiachtaí (the worship of the deities).

Q: Does diacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Diacht can mean divinity or deity, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “divinity” in Irish

Irish:: diacht
English:: divinity, deity
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “DEE-uhkht” /dʲiəxt̪/

Various forms

Plural:: diachtaí (divinities)
Genitive singular:: diachta, na diachta (e.g. nádúr na diachta, the nature of divinity)
Genitive plural:: diachtaí, na ndiachtaí (e.g. adhradh na ndiachtaí, the worship of the deities)

What does “diacht” mean?

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

divinity: The state or quality of being divine, of being a god.Also: godhead, deity, divine nature.

1 other meaning: deity

2deity: A god or divine being.Also: god, divine being.

“Diacht” with the article

The plural of divinity in Irish is diachtaí. Here is diacht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an diacht

the divinity

No change: d and t are not lenited after an

na diachtaí

the divinities

Plural: no change after na

“Diacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using diacht, the Irish word for divinity.

Creideann Críostaithe i ndiacht Chríost.

Christians believe in the divinity of Christ.

Labhair an sagart faoin diacht sa tseanmóir.

The priest spoke about the Godhead in the sermon.

Bhí diachtaí éagsúla ag na Sean-Ghréagaigh.

The ancient Greeks had various deities.

Is ceist dhiaga é nádúr na diachta.

The nature of divinity is a theological question.

Cheap siad go raibh diacht sa ghrian.

They thought there was divinity in the sun.

Rinne siad staidéar ar dhiacht na Tríonóide.

They studied the divinity of the Trinity.

Thug na daoine ómós do na diachtaí.

The people paid homage to the deities.

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Divinity in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for divinity?

The Irish for divinity is diacht (pronounced “DEE-uhkht”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is diachtaí. Depending on context it can also mean deity.

How do you pronounce diacht in Irish?

Diacht is said like “DEE-uhkht” (IPA /dʲiəxt̪/).

What is the plural of divinity in Irish?

The plural of diacht is diachtaí; with the article, na diachtaí means “the divinities”. The genitive plural is diachtaí, as in adhradh na ndiachtaí (the worship of the deities).

Does diacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Diacht can mean divinity or deity, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does diacht change to dhiacht or ndiacht?

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

What is the difference between 'diacht' and 'diagacht'?

'Diacht' means divinity, the quality of being divine, while 'diagacht' means theology, the study of God.

Divinity in Irish (Diacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage