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Invalidity in Irish (Neamhbhailíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for invalidity is neamhbhailíocht, a feminine noun.
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How to say “invalidity” in Irish

Irish:
neamhbhailíocht
English:
invalidity
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine
Pronunciation:
“NYOW-val-ee-ukht”  /ˈnʲaũvˌalʲiːəxt/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
neamhbhailíochta, na neamhbhailíochta (e.g. cúis na neamhbhailíochta, the cause of the invalidity)

What does “neamhbhailíocht” mean?

invalidity
The state of not being valid, especially of a document, contract, claim or argument that has no legal or logical force.Also: nullity, lack of validity, invalidness.

“Neamhbhailíocht” with the article

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

an neamhbhailíocht
the invalidity
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“Neamhbhailíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using neamhbhailíocht, the Irish word for invalidity.

Ní raibh aon amhras faoi neamhbhailíocht an chonartha.
There was no doubt about the invalidity of the contract.
Dhearbhaigh an chúirt neamhbhailíocht an phósta.
The court declared the marriage invalid.
Is í an neamhbhailíocht an fhadhb is mó anseo.
Invalidity is the biggest problem here.
Rinne an dlíodóir argóint faoi neamhbhailíocht na huachta.
The lawyer argued that the will was invalid.
Bhí cúis na neamhbhailíochta soiléir do chách.
The reason for the invalidity was clear to everyone.
Tharraing sé aird ar neamhbhailíocht na vótaí.
He drew attention to the invalidity of the votes.
Ní féidir neamhbhailíocht an phas a cheilt.
The invalidity of the passport cannot be hidden.

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Invalidity in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for invalidity?

The Irish for invalidity is neamhbhailíocht (pronounced “NYOW-val-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce neamhbhailíocht in Irish?

Neamhbhailíocht is said like “NYOW-val-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈnʲaũvˌalʲiːəxt/).

Does neamhbhailíocht have a plural?

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

What is the opposite of 'neamhbhailíocht'?

The opposite is 'bailíocht' (validity); the prefix 'neamh-' adds the meaning 'not', and lenites the following consonant.

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