HeyRuaHow to say “ideology” in Irish
- Irish:
- idé-eolaíocht
- English:
- ideology
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “ee-DAY-oh-lee-ukht” /iˈdʲeːˌoːliːxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- idé-eolaíochta, na hidé-eolaíochta (e.g. bunús na hidé-eolaíochta, the basis of the ideology)
What does “idé-eolaíocht” mean?
- ideology
- A system of ideas and beliefs, especially one on which a political or economic theory is based.Also: doctrine, belief system, political ideology.
“Idé-eolaíocht” with the article
Here is idé-eolaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Idé-eolaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using idé-eolaíocht, the Irish word for ideology.
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Ideology in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ideology?
The Irish for ideology is idé-eolaíocht (pronounced “ee-DAY-oh-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce idé-eolaíocht in Irish?
Idé-eolaíocht is said like “ee-DAY-oh-lee-ukht” (IPA /iˈdʲeːˌoːliːxt̪/).
Does idé-eolaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for idé-eolaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does idé-eolaíocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an idé-eolaíocht (the ideology), a hidé-eolaíocht (her ideology), a n-idé-eolaíocht (their ideology).
Is 'idé-eolaíocht' the same as 'fealsúnacht'?
No: 'idé-eolaíocht' is an ideology, a set of political or social beliefs, while 'fealsúnacht' is philosophy as a discipline or a personal outlook.
