HeyRuaHow to say “indictment” in Irish
- Irish:
- díotchúiseamh
- English:
- indictment
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “DEET-khoosh-uv” /ˈdʲiːt̪ˌxuːʃəw/
- Genitive singular:
- díotchúisimh, an díotchúisimh (e.g. téacs an díotchúisimh, the text of the indictment)
What does “díotchúiseamh” mean?
- indictment
- A formal written charge accusing someone of a serious crime, brought before a court; also the act of indicting, the verbal noun of díotchúisigh.Also: indicting, formal charge, arraignment.
“Díotchúiseamh” with the article
Here is díotchúiseamh after the article (an t-alt).
“Díotchúiseamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using díotchúiseamh, the Irish word for indictment.
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Indictment in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for indictment?
The Irish for indictment is díotchúiseamh (pronounced “DEET-khoosh-uv”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce díotchúiseamh in Irish?
Díotchúiseamh is said like “DEET-khoosh-uv” (IPA /ˈdʲiːt̪ˌxuːʃəw/).
Does díotchúiseamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for díotchúiseamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does díotchúiseamh change to dhíotchúiseamh or ndíotchúiseamh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) díotchúiseamh becomes mo dhíotchúiseamh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndíotchúiseamh (eclipsis).
How is díotchúiseamh different from cúiseamh?
Cúiseamh is a general charge or accusation, while díotchúiseamh is the formal indictment for a serious offence tried before a jury.
