HeyRuaHow to say “fame” in Irish
- Irish:
- cáiliúlacht
- English:
- fame, moderate amount
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “KAW-lyoo-lukht” /ˈkɑːlʲuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- cáiliúlachta, na cáiliúlachta (e.g. brú na cáiliúlachta, the pressure of fame)
What does “cáiliúlacht” mean?
“Cáiliúlacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fame
- The state of being well known and talked about by many people.Also: celebrity, renown, famousness.
1 other meaning: moderate amount
- 2moderate amount
- A fair or moderate quantity of something.Also: fair quantity, reasonable amount.
Other Irish words for fame: cáil (reputation)
“Cáiliúlacht” with the article
Here is cáiliúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Cáiliúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cáiliúlacht, the Irish word for fame.
Other nouns in Irish
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Fame in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fame?
The Irish for fame is cáiliúlacht (pronounced “KAW-lyoo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean moderate amount.
How do you pronounce cáiliúlacht in Irish?
Cáiliúlacht is said like “KAW-lyoo-lukht” (IPA /ˈkɑːlʲuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does cáiliúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for cáiliúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cáiliúlacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cáiliúlacht can mean fame or moderate amount, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cáiliúlacht change to cháiliúlacht or gcáiliúlacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cáiliúlacht becomes mo cháiliúlacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcáiliúlacht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between cáiliúlacht and cáil?
Cáil is the usual word for reputation or fame (tá cáil air), while cáiliúlacht is the abstract noun from the adjective cáiliúil, 'famous', meaning the state of being famous.
Is cáiliúlacht the same as cáilíocht?
No: cáilíocht means a qualification or quality, while cáiliúlacht means fame.
