Jurisprudence in Irish (Dlí-eolaíocht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for jurisprudence?

The Irish for jurisprudence is dlí-eolaíocht (pronounced “DLEE-oh-lee-okht”). It’s a feminine noun.

How to say “jurisprudence” in Irish

Irish:: dlí-eolaíocht
English:: jurisprudence
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “DLEE-oh-lee-okht” /ˈdʲlʲiːˌoːliːəxt̪/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: dlí-eolaíochta, na dlí-eolaíochta (e.g. ollamh dlí-eolaíochta, professor of jurisprudence)

What does “dlí-eolaíocht” mean?

jurisprudence: The theory and philosophy of law, or the systematic study of legal principles.Also: legal science, philosophy of law, legal theory.

“Dlí-eolaíocht” with the article

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

an dlí-eolaíocht

the jurisprudence

No change: d and t are not lenited after an

“Dlí-eolaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using dlí-eolaíocht, the Irish word for jurisprudence.

Tá suim mhór aici sa dlí-eolaíocht.

She is very interested in jurisprudence.

Is ábhar deacair í an dlí-eolaíocht.

Jurisprudence is a difficult subject.

Rinne mé cúrsa i ndlí-eolaíocht anuraidh.

I did a course in jurisprudence last year.

Léigh sé leabhar faoi dhlí-eolaíocht na hÉireann.

He read a book about Irish jurisprudence.

Bíonn léachtaí dlí-eolaíochta ar siúl gach Máirt.

Jurisprudence lectures take place every Tuesday.

Tá staidéar á dhéanamh aige ar dhlí-eolaíocht.

He is studying jurisprudence.

Scríobh sí aiste ar an dlí-eolaíocht nua-aimseartha.

She wrote an essay on modern jurisprudence.

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Jurisprudence in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for jurisprudence?

The Irish for jurisprudence is dlí-eolaíocht (pronounced “DLEE-oh-lee-okht”). It’s a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce dlí-eolaíocht in Irish?

Dlí-eolaíocht is said like “DLEE-oh-lee-okht” (IPA /ˈdʲlʲiːˌoːliːəxt̪/).

Does dlí-eolaíocht have a plural?

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

Why does dlí-eolaíocht change to dhlí-eolaíocht or ndlí-eolaíocht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dlí-eolaíocht becomes mo dhlí-eolaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndlí-eolaíocht (eclipsis).

How is 'dlí-eolaíocht' different from 'dlí'?

'Dlí' means law itself or a particular law, while 'dlí-eolaíocht' is the theoretical study or science of law, jurisprudence.

Jurisprudence in Irish (Dlí-eolaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage