HeyRuaHow to say “innocence” in Irish
- Irish:
- neamhchiontacht
- English:
- innocence
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “NYAV-khin-tukht” /ˈnʲauˌxiːn̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neamhchiontachta, na neamhchiontachta (e.g. cruthúnas neamhchiontachta, proof of innocence)
What does “neamhchiontacht” mean?
- innocence
- The state of not being guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.Also: guiltlessness, blamelessness.
“Neamhchiontacht” with the article
Here is neamhchiontacht after the article (an t-alt).
an neamhchiontacht
the innocence
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“Neamhchiontacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neamhchiontacht, the Irish word for innocence.
Dhearbhaigh sé a neamhchiontacht os comhair na cúirte.
He declared his innocence before the court.
Tá sí cinnte faoi neamhchiontacht a mic.
She is sure of her son's innocence.
Níor chreid an giúiré an neamhchiontacht a mhaígh sé.
The jury did not believe the innocence he claimed.
Bhí neamhchiontacht le feiceáil ina súile.
Innocence could be seen in her eyes.
Chruthaigh an fhianaise nua a neamhchiontacht ar deireadh.
The new evidence finally proved his innocence.
Is ceart toimhde neamhchiontachta a bheith ann.
There should be a presumption of innocence.
Throid a teaghlach ar son a neamhchiontachta ar feadh blianta.
Her family fought for her innocence for years.
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Innocence in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for innocence?
The Irish for innocence is neamhchiontacht (pronounced “NYAV-khin-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce neamhchiontacht in Irish?
Neamhchiontacht is said like “NYAV-khin-tukht” (IPA /ˈnʲauˌxiːn̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does neamhchiontacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for neamhchiontacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between neamhchiontacht and soineantacht?
Neamhchiontacht means not being guilty, especially legally, while soineantacht means innocence in the sense of naivety or simplicity, as of a child.
