Industrialism in Irish (Tionsclaíocht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for industrialism?

The Irish for industrialism is tionsclaíocht (pronounced “TYUN-skuh-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean industrialisation.

Q: Does tionsclaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Tionsclaíocht can mean industrialism or industrialisation, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “industrialism” in Irish

Irish:: tionsclaíocht
English:: industrialism, industrialisation
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “TYUN-skuh-lee-ukht” /ˈtʲʊnˠsˠkəlˠiːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: tionsclaíochta, na tionsclaíochta (e.g. forbairt na tionsclaíochta, the development of industry)

What does “tionsclaíocht” mean?

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

industrialism: Industrial activity in general, or a social and economic system based on industry.Also: industry, industrial activity.

1 other meaning: industrialisation

2industrialisation: The process of developing industries in a country or region.Also: industrialization, industrial development.

“Tionsclaíocht” with the article

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

an tionsclaíocht

the industrialism

No change: d and t are not lenited after an

“Tionsclaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using tionsclaíocht, the Irish word for industrialism.

Tháinig fás mór ar an tionsclaíocht sa tír.

Industry grew greatly in the country.

Bhí tionsclaíocht throm sa cheantar sin tráth.

There was once heavy industry in that area.

Athraíodh an saol go mór le teacht na tionsclaíochta.

Life changed greatly with the coming of industrialisation.

Tá an tionsclaíocht ag brath ar fhuinneamh saor.

Industry depends on cheap energy.

Rinneamar staidéar ar an tionsclaíocht sa Bhreatain.

We studied industrialisation in Britain.

Is beag tionsclaíocht atá san iarthar.

There is little industry in the west.

Bíonn truailliú ag gabháil leis an tionsclaíocht go minic.

Pollution often goes along with industry.

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Industrialism in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for industrialism?

The Irish for industrialism is tionsclaíocht (pronounced “TYUN-skuh-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean industrialisation.

How do you pronounce tionsclaíocht in Irish?

Tionsclaíocht is said like “TYUN-skuh-lee-ukht” (IPA /ˈtʲʊnˠsˠkəlˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does tionsclaíocht have a plural?

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

Does tionsclaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Tionsclaíocht can mean industrialism or industrialisation, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does tionsclaíocht change to thionsclaíocht or dtionsclaíocht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tionsclaíocht becomes mo thionsclaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtionsclaíocht (eclipsis).

What is the difference between 'tionsclaíocht' and 'tionscal'?

'Tionscal' is a particular industry, as in 'tionscal na turasóireachta' (the tourism industry), while 'tionsclaíocht' means industry or industrialisation in general.

Industrialism in Irish (Tionsclaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage