HeyRuaHow to say “helpfulness” in Irish
- Irish:
- cuidiúlacht
- English:
- helpfulness, self-importance
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “KWID-yoo-lukht” /ˈkɪdʲuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- cuidiúlachta, na cuidiúlachta (e.g. easpa cuidiúlachta, a lack of helpfulness)
What does “cuidiúlacht” mean?
“Cuidiúlacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- helpfulness
- The quality of being helpful and willing to assist others.Also: obligingness, cooperativeness, assistance.
1 other meaning: self-importance
- 2self-importance
- A conceited or cocky manner; being full of oneself.Also: conceit, cockiness, uppishness.
“Cuidiúlacht” with the article
Here is cuidiúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Cuidiúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cuidiúlacht, the Irish word for helpfulness.
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Helpfulness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for helpfulness?
The Irish for helpfulness is cuidiúlacht (pronounced “KWID-yoo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean self-importance.
How do you pronounce cuidiúlacht in Irish?
Cuidiúlacht is said like “KWID-yoo-lukht” (IPA /ˈkɪdʲuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does cuidiúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for cuidiúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cuidiúlacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cuidiúlacht can mean helpfulness or self-importance, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cuidiúlacht change to chuidiúlacht or gcuidiúlacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cuidiúlacht becomes mo chuidiúlacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcuidiúlacht (eclipsis).
Does 'cuidiúlacht' always mean helpfulness?
Mostly, but like the adjective 'cuidiúil' it can also mean self-importance or cockiness, so context decides.
