HeyRuaHow to say “duality” in Irish
- Irish:
- déachas
- English:
- duality, dualism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “DAY-uh-khus” /ˈdʲeːəxəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- déachais, an déachais (e.g. teoiric an déachais, the theory of duality)
What does “déachas” mean?
“Déachas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- duality
- The state or quality of being twofold, consisting of two parts or elements.Also: twofoldness, doubleness.
1 other meaning: dualism
- 2dualism
- A philosophical or religious doctrine that reality consists of two basic opposing principles, such as mind and matter or good and evil.Also: dualist doctrine.
“Déachas” with the article
Here is déachas after the article (an t-alt).
“Déachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using déachas, the Irish word for duality.
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Duality in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for duality?
The Irish for duality is déachas (pronounced “DAY-uh-khus”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean dualism.
How do you pronounce déachas in Irish?
Déachas is said like “DAY-uh-khus” (IPA /ˈdʲeːəxəsˠ/).
Does déachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for déachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does déachas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Déachas can mean duality or dualism, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does déachas change to dhéachas or ndéachas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) déachas becomes mo dhéachas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndéachas (eclipsis).
Is 'déachas' the same as 'déacht'?
No. 'Déachas' means duality or dualism, while 'déacht' means deity or divinity, from 'dia'.
