HeyRuaHow to say “irregularity” in Irish
- Irish:
- neamhrialtacht
- English:
- irregularity, irregularity (grammar)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “NYOW-ree-ul-tukht” /ˈnʲaurʲiəl̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- neamhrialtachtaí (irregularities)
- Genitive singular:
- neamhrialtachta, na neamhrialtachta (e.g. méid na neamhrialtachta, the extent of the irregularity)
- Genitive plural:
- neamhrialtachtaí, na neamhrialtachtaí (e.g. ceartú na neamhrialtachtaí, the correction of the irregularities)
What does “neamhrialtacht” mean?
“Neamhrialtacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- irregularity
- The state of not following the usual rule, pattern or order, or an instance of this.Also: anomaly, inconsistency, deviation.
1 other meaning: irregularity (grammar)
- 2irregularity (grammar)
- A form in a language, such as a verb, that does not follow the normal grammatical pattern.Also: irregularity, irregular form, exception.
Other Irish words for irregularity: eisceacht (exception)
“Neamhrialtacht” with the article
The plural of irregularity in Irish is neamhrialtachtaí. Here is neamhrialtacht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Neamhrialtacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neamhrialtacht, the Irish word for irregularity.
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Irregularity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for irregularity?
The Irish for irregularity is neamhrialtacht (pronounced “NYOW-ree-ul-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is neamhrialtachtaí. Depending on context it can also mean irregularity (grammar).
How do you pronounce neamhrialtacht in Irish?
Neamhrialtacht is said like “NYOW-ree-ul-tukht” (IPA /ˈnʲaurʲiəl̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of irregularity in Irish?
The plural of neamhrialtacht is neamhrialtachtaí; with the article, na neamhrialtachtaí means “the irregularities”. The genitive plural is neamhrialtachtaí, as in ceartú na neamhrialtachtaí (the correction of the irregularities).
Does neamhrialtacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Neamhrialtacht can mean irregularity or irregularity (grammar), depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'irregular verb' in Irish?
An irregular verb is 'briathar neamhrialta'; the quality itself is 'neamhrialtacht'.
What is the opposite of 'neamhrialtacht'?
The opposite is 'rialtacht', regularity, from 'rialta', regular.
