HeyRuaHow to say “individualism” in Irish
- Irish:
- indibhidiúlachas
- English:
- individualism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “in-dji-vi-DJOO-luh-khus” /ˈiɲɟɪvʲɪˌdʲuːləxəs/
- Genitive singular:
- indibhidiúlachais, an indibhidiúlachais (e.g. fealsúnacht an indibhidiúlachais, the philosophy of individualism)
What does “indibhidiúlachas” mean?
- individualism
- A belief or attitude that puts the freedom and independence of the individual person above the group or the state.Also: self-reliance, personal independence.
“Indibhidiúlachas” with the article
Here is indibhidiúlachas after the article (an t-alt).
“Indibhidiúlachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using indibhidiúlachas, the Irish word for individualism.
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Individualism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for individualism?
The Irish for individualism is indibhidiúlachas (pronounced “in-dji-vi-DJOO-luh-khus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce indibhidiúlachas in Irish?
Indibhidiúlachas is said like “in-dji-vi-DJOO-luh-khus” (IPA /ˈiɲɟɪvʲɪˌdʲuːləxəs/).
Does indibhidiúlachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for indibhidiúlachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does indibhidiúlachas sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-indibhidiúlachas (the individualism), a hindibhidiúlachas (her individualism), a n-indibhidiúlachas (their individualism).
What is the difference between 'indibhidiúlachas' and 'indibhidiúlacht'?
'Indibhidiúlachas' is individualism as a belief or ideology, while 'indibhidiúlacht' is individuality, the quality of being distinct as a person.
