HeyRuaHow to say “fertility” in Irish
- Irish:
- torthúlacht
- English:
- fertility, fruitfulness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TUR-hoo-lukht” /ˈt̪ˠɔɾˠhuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- torthúlachta, na torthúlachta (e.g. ráta torthúlachta, fertility rate)
What does “torthúlacht” mean?
“Torthúlacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fertility
- The quality of being fertile or productive, of land, plants, animals or people.Also: fruitfulness, productiveness, fecundity.
1 other meaning: fruitfulness
- 2fruitfulness
- The state of producing good results or a plentiful yield.Also: productivity, abundance.
“Torthúlacht” with the article
Here is torthúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Torthúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using torthúlacht, the Irish word for fertility.
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Fertility in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fertility?
The Irish for fertility is torthúlacht (pronounced “TUR-hoo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fruitfulness.
How do you pronounce torthúlacht in Irish?
Torthúlacht is said like “TUR-hoo-lukht” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠɔɾˠhuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does torthúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for torthúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does torthúlacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Torthúlacht can mean fertility or fruitfulness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does torthúlacht change to thorthúlacht or dtorthúlacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) torthúlacht becomes mo thorthúlacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtorthúlacht (eclipsis).
How is torthúlacht related to toradh?
Torthúlacht comes from the adjective torthúil, 'fruitful', which is based on toradh, 'fruit' or 'result'.
