Indemnity in Irish (Slánaíocht): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for indemnity?

The Irish for indemnity is slánaíocht (pronounced “SLAW-nee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean guarantee.

Q: Does slánaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Slánaíocht can mean indemnity or guarantee, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “indemnity” in Irish

Irish:: slánaíocht
English:: indemnity, guarantee
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “SLAW-nee-ukht” /ˈsl̪ˠaːn̪ˠiːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: slánaíochta, na slánaíochta (e.g. litir shlánaíochta, letter of indemnity)

What does “slánaíocht” mean?

“Slánaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

indemnity: Security or compensation against loss or damage, especially in insurance or law.Also: indemnification, compensation, security against loss.

1 other meaning: guarantee

2guarantee: A pledge or surety that something will be done or that a debt will be paid.Also: surety, security, pledge.

“Slánaíocht” with the article

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

an tslánaíocht

the indemnity

Feminine nouns take t before s after an

“Slánaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using slánaíocht, the Irish word for indemnity.

Tugann an polasaí slánaíocht iomlán duit.

The policy gives you full indemnity.

Theastaigh slánaíocht ón mbanc sular thug sé an iasacht.

The bank wanted a guarantee before giving the loan.

Shínigh sé litir shlánaíochta don chomhlacht.

He signed a letter of indemnity for the company.

Níl an tslánaíocht sin bailí a thuilleadh.

That indemnity is no longer valid.

Tá clásal slánaíochta sa chonradh.

There is an indemnity clause in the contract.

Cén tslánaíocht atá ar fáil i gcás timpiste?

What indemnity is available in case of an accident?

D'iarr an t-úinéir slánaíocht i scríbhinn.

The owner asked for a guarantee in writing.

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Indemnity in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for indemnity?

The Irish for indemnity is slánaíocht (pronounced “SLAW-nee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean guarantee.

How do you pronounce slánaíocht in Irish?

Slánaíocht is said like “SLAW-nee-ukht” (IPA /ˈsl̪ˠaːn̪ˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does slánaíocht have a plural?

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

Does slánaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Slánaíocht can mean indemnity or guarantee, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does slánaíocht change to shlánaíocht?

After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shlánaíocht. After ár (our) it stays ár slánaíocht, because s does not take eclipsis.

How is 'slánaíocht' different from 'ráthaíocht'?

'Slánaíocht' is mainly indemnity, protection against loss, while 'ráthaíocht' is the usual word for a guarantee or surety. They overlap in the sense of guarantee.

Is 'slánaíocht' related to 'slán'?

Yes, it comes from 'slán' (safe, whole) through 'slánaigh', so the idea is keeping someone whole or safe from loss.

Indemnity in Irish (Slánaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage