HeyRuaHow to say “legislation” in Irish
- Irish:
- reachtaíocht
- English:
- legislation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAKH-tee-ukht” /ˈɾˠaxt̪ˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- reachtaíochta, na reachtaíochta (e.g. dréacht na reachtaíochta, the draft of the legislation)
What does “reachtaíocht” mean?
- legislation
- Laws made by a parliament, or the process of making such laws.Also: law-making, laws, enactment.
“Reachtaíocht” with the article
Here is reachtaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
an reachtaíocht
the legislation
No change after an
“Reachtaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using reachtaíocht, the Irish word for legislation.
Tá reachtaíocht nua á hullmhú ag an Rialtas.
The Government is preparing new legislation.
Rith an Dáil an reachtaíocht inné.
The Dáil passed the legislation yesterday.
Pléadh téacs na reachtaíochta sa Seanad.
The text of the legislation was discussed in the Seanad.
Níl aon reachtaíocht ann faoin ábhar sin fós.
There is no legislation on that subject yet.
Tá athrú mór sa reachtaíocht maidir le cearta oibrithe.
There is a big change in the legislation on workers' rights.
Tagann an reachtaíocht i bhfeidhm an mhí seo chugainn.
The legislation comes into force next month.
Cuireadh i gcoinne na reachtaíochta go láidir.
The legislation was strongly opposed.
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Legislation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for legislation?
The Irish for legislation is reachtaíocht (pronounced “RAKH-tee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce reachtaíocht in Irish?
Reachtaíocht is said like “RAKH-tee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɾˠaxt̪ˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does reachtaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for reachtaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between 'reachtaíocht' and 'acht'?
'Acht' is a single Act passed by parliament, while 'reachtaíocht' is legislation in general or the body of laws. 'Bille' is a bill not yet passed.
