HeyRuaHow to say “goodwill” in Irish
- Irish:
- cáilmheas
- English:
- goodwill
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KAWL-vass” /ˈkɑːlʲvʲas̪/
- Genitive singular:
- cáilmheasa, an cháilmheasa (e.g. luach an cháilmheasa, the value of the goodwill)
What does “cáilmheas” mean?
- goodwill
- The value of a business's good name, reputation and customer loyalty, counted as an asset when the business is sold.Also: business goodwill, reputation value, intangible asset.
Other Irish words for goodwill: dea-mhéin (goodwill), dea-thoil (goodwill)
“Cáilmheas” with the article
Here is cáilmheas after the article (an t-alt).
“Cáilmheas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cáilmheas, the Irish word for goodwill.
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Goodwill in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for goodwill?
The Irish for goodwill is cáilmheas (pronounced “KAWL-vass”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce cáilmheas in Irish?
Cáilmheas is said like “KAWL-vass” (IPA /ˈkɑːlʲvʲas̪/).
Does cáilmheas have a plural?
No plural form is given for cáilmheas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does cáilmheas change to cháilmheas or gcáilmheas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cáilmheas becomes mo cháilmheas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcáilmheas (eclipsis).
Is 'cáilmheas' the same as ordinary goodwill or kindness?
No, 'cáilmheas' is the commercial goodwill of a business. For goodwill in the sense of kindness or friendly feeling, use 'dea-mhéin'.
