HeyRuaHow to say “fulfilment” in Irish
- Irish:
- comhlíonadh
- English:
- fulfilment, compliance
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- comhlíon, to fulfil (ag comhlíonadh, fulfilling)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-lee-uh-noo” /ˈkoːˌlʲiːnˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- comhlíonta, an chomhlíonta (e.g. dáta comhlíonta an chonartha, completion date of the contract)
What does “comhlíonadh” mean?
“Comhlíonadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fulfilment
- The act of carrying out or fulfilling something such as a promise, duty or task; the verbal noun of comhlíon.Also: fulfillment, carrying out, performance, discharge.
1 other meaning: compliance
- 2compliance
- The act of obeying or observing a rule, law, condition or obligation.Also: observance, adherence, conformity.
“Comhlíonadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, comhlíonadh means fulfilling: it is the verbal noun of the verb comhlíon (to fulfil). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Comhlíonadh” with the article
Here is comhlíonadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Comhlíonadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using comhlíonadh, the Irish word for fulfilment.
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Fulfilment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fulfilment?
The Irish for fulfilment is comhlíonadh (pronounced “KOH-lee-uh-noo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean compliance.
How do you pronounce comhlíonadh in Irish?
Comhlíonadh is said like “KOH-lee-uh-noo” (IPA /ˈkoːˌlʲiːnˠə/).
Does comhlíonadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for comhlíonadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does comhlíonadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Comhlíonadh can mean fulfilment or compliance, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does comhlíonadh change to chomhlíonadh or gcomhlíonadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) comhlíonadh becomes mo chomhlíonadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomhlíonadh (eclipsis).
How do I say 'to comply with' something in Irish?
Use the verb comhlíon directly with an object, e.g. rialacha a chomhlíonadh, 'to comply with rules'.
