HeyRuaHow to say “individuality” in Irish
- Irish:
- indibhidiúlacht
- English:
- individuality
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “IN-dyiv-i-doo-lukht” /ˈɪn̠ʲdʲɪvʲɪd̪ˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- indibhidiúlachta, na hindibhidiúlachta (e.g. forbairt na hindibhidiúlachta, the development of individuality)
What does “indibhidiúlacht” mean?
- individuality
- The quality that makes a person or thing distinct from all others.Also: distinctiveness, personal identity, uniqueness.
“Indibhidiúlacht” with the article
Here is indibhidiúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Indibhidiúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using indibhidiúlacht, the Irish word for individuality.
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Individuality in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for individuality?
The Irish for individuality is indibhidiúlacht (pronounced “IN-dyiv-i-doo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce indibhidiúlacht in Irish?
Indibhidiúlacht is said like “IN-dyiv-i-doo-lukht” (IPA /ˈɪn̠ʲdʲɪvʲɪd̪ˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does indibhidiúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for indibhidiúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does indibhidiúlacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an indibhidiúlacht (the individuality), a hindibhidiúlacht (her individuality), a n-indibhidiúlacht (their individuality).
How is 'indibhidiúlacht' different from 'féiniúlacht'?
'Indibhidiúlacht' stresses what makes someone distinct from others, while 'féiniúlacht' means identity or selfhood.
