HeyRuaHow to say “idealism” in Irish
- Irish:
- idéalachas
- English:
- idealism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ee-DAY-uh-luh-khus” /ˈiːdʲeːələxəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- idéalachais, an idéalachais (e.g. fealsúnacht an idéalachais, the philosophy of idealism)
What does “idéalachas” mean?
“Idéalachas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- idealism
- The belief in or pursuit of high ideals and principles, often without regard to practical realities.Also: high ideals, idealistic outlook.
1 other meaning:
- 2idealism
- In philosophy, the theory that reality is fundamentally mental or made up of ideas.Also: philosophical idealism.
“Idéalachas” with the article
Here is idéalachas after the article (an t-alt).
“Idéalachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using idéalachas, the Irish word for idealism.
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Idealism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for idealism?
The Irish for idealism is idéalachas (pronounced “ee-DAY-uh-luh-khus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce idéalachas in Irish?
Idéalachas is said like “ee-DAY-uh-luh-khus” (IPA /ˈiːdʲeːələxəsˠ/).
Does idéalachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for idéalachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does idéalachas sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-idéalachas (the idealism), a hidéalachas (her idealism), a n-idéalachas (their idealism).
What is the word for an idealist?
An idealist is 'idéalaí', and the adjective idealistic is 'idéalach'.
What is the opposite of 'idéalachas'?
Realism is 'réalachas', often contrasted with 'idéalachas'.
