Idleness in Irish (Díomhaointeas): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for idleness?

The Irish for idleness is díomhaointeas (pronounced “DEE-veen-tyas”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean vanity or unmarried state.

Q: Does díomhaointeas have more than one meaning?

Yes. Díomhaointeas can mean idleness, vanity or unmarried state, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “idleness” in Irish

Irish:: díomhaointeas
English:: idleness, vanity, unmarried state
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, first declension
Pronunciation:: “DEE-veen-tyas” /ˈdʲiːwiːnʲtʲəs/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: díomhaointis, an díomhaointis (e.g. blianta an díomhaointis, the years of idleness)

What does “díomhaointeas” mean?

“Díomhaointeas” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

idleness: The state of being idle, unemployed or doing nothing useful.Also: inactivity, unemployment, laziness.

2 other meanings: vanity or unmarried state

2vanity: Futility or worthlessness, something that is vain and empty.Also: futility, worthlessness, emptiness.
3unmarried state: The state of being single and not married.Also: single life, celibacy.

Other Irish words for idleness: leisciúlacht (laziness), falsóireacht (laziness), falsacht (laziness)

“Díomhaointeas” with the article

Here is díomhaointeas after the article (an t-alt).

an díomhaointeas

the idleness

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“Díomhaointeas” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using díomhaointeas, the Irish word for idleness.

Ní maith liom díomhaointeas ar chor ar bith.

I don't like idleness at all.

Bhí an díomhaointeas ag cur as dó.

Being idle was bothering him.

Tar éis seachtaine díomhaointis, bhí mé réidh le hobair.

After a week of idleness, I was ready for work.

Is máthair gach oilc an díomhaointeas.

Idleness is the mother of all evil.

Chaith sé an samhradh i ndíomhaointeas.

He spent the summer doing nothing.

Níl sa samhradh seo ach díomhaointeas.

This summer is nothing but idleness.

Bhí sí bréan dá díomhaointeas féin.

She was sick of her own idleness.

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Idleness in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for idleness?

The Irish for idleness is díomhaointeas (pronounced “DEE-veen-tyas”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean vanity or unmarried state.

How do you pronounce díomhaointeas in Irish?

Díomhaointeas is said like “DEE-veen-tyas” (IPA /ˈdʲiːwiːnʲtʲəs/).

Does díomhaointeas have a plural?

No plural form is given for díomhaointeas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does díomhaointeas have more than one meaning?

Yes. Díomhaointeas can mean idleness, vanity or unmarried state, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does díomhaointeas change to dhíomhaointeas or ndíomhaointeas?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) díomhaointeas becomes mo dhíomhaointeas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndíomhaointeas (eclipsis).

Is 'díomhaointeas' the same as 'leisce'?

Not quite: 'leisce' is laziness or reluctance, while 'díomhaointeas' is the state of being idle or unoccupied, whatever the reason.

What is the related adjective?

The adjective is 'díomhaoin', meaning idle, unemployed or vain, as in 'fear díomhaoin', an idle man.

Idleness in Irish (Díomhaointeas): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage