HeyRuaHow to say “full power” in Irish
- Irish:
- lánchumhacht
- English:
- full power
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAWN-khoo-akht” /ˈl̪ˠɑːnˌxuːxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lánchumhachta, na lánchumhachta (e.g. ambasadóir lánchumhachta, plenipotentiary ambassador)
What does “lánchumhacht” mean?
- full power
- Complete authority or power to act, especially power given formally to someone to act on behalf of others.Also: plenipotentiary power, full authority, absolute power.
“Lánchumhacht” with the article
Here is lánchumhacht after the article (an t-alt).
an lánchumhacht
the full power
No change after an
“Lánchumhacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lánchumhacht, the Irish word for full power.
Tugadh lánchumhacht don choiste an cinneadh a dhéanamh.
The committee was given full power to make the decision.
Bhí an lánchumhacht ag an rí sa tír.
The king had full power in the country.
Ní raibh lánchumhacht ag an rialtas nua.
The new government did not have full authority.
Seoladh teachta lánchumhachta chuig an gcomhdháil.
A plenipotentiary envoy was sent to the conference.
Tá lánchumhacht agam déileáil leis an gcás seo.
I have full authority to deal with this case.
D'iarr sé lánchumhacht ar an bparlaimint.
He asked parliament for full powers.
Ghlac an t-arm an lánchumhacht i ndiaidh an éirí amach.
The army took full power after the uprising.
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Full power in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for full power?
The Irish for full power is lánchumhacht (pronounced “LAWN-khoo-akht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce lánchumhacht in Irish?
Lánchumhacht is said like “LAWN-khoo-akht” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠɑːnˌxuːxt̪ˠ/).
Does lánchumhacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for lánchumhacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'lánchumhacht' different from 'cumhacht'?
'Cumhacht' means power in general, while 'lánchumhacht' adds 'lán' (full) and means complete or plenipotentiary power, often in formal or legal contexts.
