HeyRuaHow to say “geography” in Irish
- Irish:
- geografaíocht
- English:
- geography
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “gyog-ruh-FEE-ukht” /ˈɟɔɡɾəfˠiːxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- geografaíochta, na geografaíochta (e.g. múinteoir geografaíochta, geography teacher)
What does “geografaíocht” mean?
- geography
- The study of the earth's surface, its countries, climate, landscapes and peoples.Also: geographical study, earth science.
Other Irish words for geography: tíreolaíocht (geography)
“Geografaíocht” with the article
Here is geografaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Geografaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using geografaíocht, the Irish word for geography.
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Geography in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for geography?
The Irish for geography is geografaíocht (pronounced “gyog-ruh-FEE-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce geografaíocht in Irish?
Geografaíocht is said like “gyog-ruh-FEE-ukht” (IPA /ˈɟɔɡɾəfˠiːxt̪ˠ/).
Does geografaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for geografaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does geografaíocht change to gheografaíocht or ngeografaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) geografaíocht becomes mo gheografaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngeografaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between geografaíocht and tíreolaíocht?
Both mean geography; tíreolaíocht is an older native coinage, while geografaíocht is the term now usual in schools and the Caighdeán.
