Intelligence in Irish (Éirimiúlacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for intelligence?

The Irish for intelligence is éirimiúlacht (pronounced “AY-ri-moo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean liveliness.

Q: Does éirimiúlacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Éirimiúlacht can mean intelligence or liveliness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “intelligence” in Irish

Irish:: éirimiúlacht
English:: intelligence, liveliness
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine
Pronunciation:: “AY-ri-moo-lukht” /ˈeːɾʲəmʲuːləxt̪/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: éirimiúlachta, na héirimiúlachta (e.g. comhartha éirimiúlachta, a sign of intelligence)

What does “éirimiúlacht” mean?

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

intelligence: The quality of being clever, talented or quick-witted.Also: cleverness, talent, aptitude, brilliance.

1 other meaning: liveliness

2liveliness: The quality of being lively, spirited or sprightly.Also: sprightliness, spiritedness.

Other Irish words for intelligence: éirim (intelligence), intleacht (intellect)

“Éirimiúlacht” with the article

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

an éirimiúlacht

the intelligence

No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an

“Éirimiúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using éirimiúlacht, the Irish word for intelligence.

Tá éirimiúlacht thar an gcoitiantacht inti.

She has exceptional intelligence.

Chuir éirimiúlacht an pháiste iontas ar an múinteoir.

The child's cleverness amazed the teacher.

Ba léir a éirimiúlacht ón gcéad lá.

His intelligence was obvious from the first day.

Níl easpa éirimiúlachta ar an bhfear sin.

That man is not lacking in intelligence.

Léirigh sí éirimiúlacht mhór sa scrúdú.

She showed great ability in the exam.

Is éirimiúlacht nádúrtha atá aige.

It is natural talent he has.

Bhí éirimiúlacht ina cuid cainte i gcónaí.

There was always a liveliness in her talk.

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Intelligence in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for intelligence?

The Irish for intelligence is éirimiúlacht (pronounced “AY-ri-moo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean liveliness.

How do you pronounce éirimiúlacht in Irish?

Éirimiúlacht is said like “AY-ri-moo-lukht” (IPA /ˈeːɾʲəmʲuːləxt̪/).

Does éirimiúlacht have a plural?

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

Does éirimiúlacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Éirimiúlacht can mean intelligence or liveliness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does éirimiúlacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?

Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an éirimiúlacht (the intelligence), a héirimiúlacht (her intelligence), a n-éirimiúlacht (their intelligence).

How is éirimiúlacht related to éirim?

Éirim means intellect or talent, and the adjective éirimiúil means intelligent or talented; éirimiúlacht is the abstract noun 'intelligence, cleverness' formed from that adjective.

Is éirimiúlacht the same as intleacht?

Intleacht refers to intellect as a mental faculty, while éirimiúlacht stresses natural cleverness or talent shown by a person.

Intelligence in Irish (Éirimiúlacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage