HeyRuaHow to say “imperialism” in Irish
- Irish:
- impiriúlachas
- English:
- imperialism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “IM-pir-oo-luh-khus” /ˈiᵐʲpʲəɾʲuːləxəs/
- Genitive singular:
- impiriúlachais, an impiriúlachais (e.g. stair an impiriúlachais, the history of imperialism)
What does “impiriúlachas” mean?
- imperialism
- A policy or system in which a powerful country extends its rule or influence over other countries and peoples.Also: empire building, colonial expansion.
“Impiriúlachas” with the article
Here is impiriúlachas after the article (an t-alt).
“Impiriúlachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using impiriúlachas, the Irish word for imperialism.
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Imperialism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for imperialism?
The Irish for imperialism is impiriúlachas (pronounced “IM-pir-oo-luh-khus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce impiriúlachas in Irish?
Impiriúlachas is said like “IM-pir-oo-luh-khus” (IPA /ˈiᵐʲpʲəɾʲuːləxəs/).
Does impiriúlachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for impiriúlachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does impiriúlachas sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-impiriúlachas (the imperialism), a himpiriúlachas (her imperialism), a n-impiriúlachas (their imperialism).
How does 'impiriúlachas' differ from 'coilíneachas'?
'Impiriúlachas' is imperialism, the building of empire and domination in general, while 'coilíneachas' is colonialism, the settling and governing of colonies.
