HeyRuaHow to say “euthanasia” in Irish
- Irish:
- eotanáis
- English:
- euthanasia
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ot-uh-NAWSH” /ɔt̪ˠənˠaːʃ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- eotanáise, na heotanáise (e.g. ceist na heotanáise, the question of euthanasia)
What does “eotanáis” mean?
- euthanasia
- The deliberate ending of a person's life to relieve suffering, especially from an incurable illness.Also: mercy killing, assisted death.
“Eotanáis” with the article
Here is eotanáis after the article (an t-alt).
an eotanáis
the euthanasia
No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an
“Eotanáis” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using eotanáis, the Irish word for euthanasia.
Tá eotanáis mídhleathach in Éirinn.
Euthanasia is illegal in Ireland.
Bhí díospóireacht faoin eotanáis ar an raidió aréir.
There was a debate about euthanasia on the radio last night.
Ní aontaíonn sé leis an eotanáis ar chor ar bith.
He doesn't agree with euthanasia at all.
Tá dlí na heotanáise difriúil san Ísiltír.
The law on euthanasia is different in the Netherlands.
Labhair an dochtúir go hoscailte faoi eotanáis.
The doctor spoke openly about euthanasia.
Is ábhar conspóideach í an eotanáis.
Euthanasia is a controversial subject.
Tá lucht tacaíochta na heotanáise ag éirí níos líonmhaire.
Supporters of euthanasia are becoming more numerous.
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Euthanasia in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for euthanasia?
The Irish for euthanasia is eotanáis (pronounced “ot-uh-NAWSH”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce eotanáis in Irish?
Eotanáis is said like “ot-uh-NAWSH” (IPA /ɔt̪ˠənˠaːʃ/).
Does eotanáis have a plural?
No plural form is given for eotanáis in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does eotanáis sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an eotanáis (the euthanasia), a heotanáis (her euthanasia), a n-eotanáis (their euthanasia).
Is 'eotanáis' a native Irish word?
No, 'eotanáis' is a borrowing of the international term euthanasia, adapted to Irish spelling; it is used in formal, medical and legal contexts.
