HeyRuaHow to say “innovation” in Irish
- Irish:
- nuálaíocht
- English:
- innovation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NOO-aw-lee-ukht” /ˈn̪ˠuəɑːlʲiːəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- nuálaíochta, na nuálaíochta (e.g. ionad nuálaíochta, innovation centre)
What does “nuálaíocht” mean?
- innovation
- The introduction of new ideas, methods or products, or the quality of being new and inventive.Also: novelty, newness, innovativeness.
“Nuálaíocht” with the article
Here is nuálaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
an nuálaíocht
the innovation
No change after an
“Nuálaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nuálaíocht, the Irish word for innovation.
Tá nuálaíocht ríthábhachtach don gheilleagar.
Innovation is vital for the economy.
Spreagann an comhlacht an nuálaíocht i measc na foirne.
The company encourages innovation among the staff.
Osclaíodh ionad nuálaíochta nua sa bhaile.
A new innovation centre was opened in the town.
Bhuaigh siad duais as a gcuid nuálaíochta.
They won a prize for their innovation.
Tá an scoil ar thús cadhnaíochta i nuálaíocht.
The school is at the forefront of innovation.
Ní raibh mórán nuálaíochta sa phlean.
There wasn't much innovation in the plan.
Is í an nuálaíocht a choinníonn an gnó beo.
Innovation is what keeps the business alive.
Other nouns in Irish
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Innovation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for innovation?
The Irish for innovation is nuálaíocht (pronounced “NOO-aw-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce nuálaíocht in Irish?
Nuálaíocht is said like “NOO-aw-lee-ukht” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠuəɑːlʲiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does nuálaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for nuálaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between nuálaíocht and aireagán?
Nuálaíocht is innovation in general, the bringing in of new ideas or methods, while aireagán is a specific invention, a device or thing that has been invented.
