HeyRuaHow to say “innocence” in Irish
- Irish:
- éigiontacht
- English:
- innocence
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AY-gyun-tukht” /ˈeːɟən̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- éigiontachta, na héigiontachta (e.g. cruthúnas a éigiontachta, proof of his innocence)
What does “éigiontacht” mean?
- innocence
- The state of being not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.Also: guiltlessness, blamelessness.
“Éigiontacht” with the article
Here is éigiontacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Éigiontacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using éigiontacht, the Irish word for innocence.
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Innocence in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for innocence?
The Irish for innocence is éigiontacht (pronounced “AY-gyun-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce éigiontacht in Irish?
Éigiontacht is said like “AY-gyun-tukht” (IPA /ˈeːɟən̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does éigiontacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for éigiontacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does éigiontacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an éigiontacht (the innocence), a héigiontacht (her innocence), a n-éigiontacht (their innocence).
What is the difference between 'éigiontacht' and 'neamhchiontacht'?
Both mean innocence in the sense of not being guilty; 'éigiontacht' is the standard legal term, while 'neamhchiontacht' is also used. For childlike innocence or naivety, 'soineantacht' is more usual.
