Economics in Irish (Eacnamaíocht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for economics?

The Irish for economics is eacnamaíocht (pronounced “AK-nuh-mee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean economy.

Q: Does eacnamaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Eacnamaíocht can mean economics or economy, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “economics” in Irish

Irish:: eacnamaíocht
English:: economics, economy
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “AK-nuh-mee-ukht” /ˈakənˠəmˠiːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: eacnamaíochta, na heacnamaíochta (e.g. léachtóir eacnamaíochta, economics lecturer)

What does “eacnamaíocht” mean?

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

economics: The study of how money, goods and services are produced, shared and used in a society.Also: economic science, political economy.

1 other meaning: economy

2economy: The economic system or economic affairs of a country or region.Also: economic affairs, the economy.

“Eacnamaíocht” with the article

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

an eacnamaíocht

the economics

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

“Eacnamaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using eacnamaíocht, the Irish word for economics.

Tá céim ollscoile san eacnamaíocht aici.

She has a college degree in economics.

Is maith liom an eacnamaíocht ar scoil.

I like economics at school.

Bhí géarchéim eacnamaíochta sa tír anuraidh.

There was an economic crisis in the country last year.

Tá mo dheartháir ag déanamh staidéir ar eacnamaíocht.

My brother is studying economics.

Scríobh sí aiste faoin eacnamaíocht dhomhanda.

She wrote an essay about the global economy.

Cé atá ag múineadh eacnamaíochta i mbliana?

Who is teaching economics this year?

Tá an eacnamaíocht ag fás go mall.

The economy is growing slowly.

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Economics in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for economics?

The Irish for economics is eacnamaíocht (pronounced “AK-nuh-mee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean economy.

How do you pronounce eacnamaíocht in Irish?

Eacnamaíocht is said like “AK-nuh-mee-ukht” (IPA /ˈakənˠəmˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does eacnamaíocht have a plural?

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

Does eacnamaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Eacnamaíocht can mean economics or economy, depending on context; the first is the most common.

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

Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an eacnamaíocht (the economics), a heacnamaíocht (her economics), a n-eacnamaíocht (their economics).

What is the difference between 'eacnamaíocht' and 'geilleagar'?

'Eacnamaíocht' is mainly the subject of economics, while 'geilleagar' is the usual word for a country's economy, as in 'geilleagar na hÉireann'.

How do I say 'economic' in Irish?

Use the genitive 'eacnamaíochta' after a noun, as in 'polasaí eacnamaíochta', or the adjective 'eacnamaíoch'.

Economics in Irish (Eacnamaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage