HeyRuaHow to say “legislature” in Irish
- Irish:
- reachtas
- English:
- legislature, legislation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAKH-tuss” /ˈɾˠaxt̪ˠəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- reachtais, an reachtais (e.g. comhaltaí an reachtais, members of the legislature)
What does “reachtas” mean?
“Reachtas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- legislature
- A body of people with the power to make laws for a country; an tOireachtas in Ireland.Also: legislative body, parliament.
1 other meaning: legislation
- 2legislation
- The making of laws, or laws taken together.Also: law-making, enactment.
Other Irish words for legislature: parlaimint (parliament)
“Reachtas” with the article
Here is reachtas after the article (an t-alt).
“Reachtas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using reachtas, the Irish word for legislature.
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Legislature in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for legislature?
The Irish for legislature is reachtas (pronounced “RAKH-tuss”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean legislation.
How do you pronounce reachtas in Irish?
Reachtas is said like “RAKH-tuss” (IPA /ˈɾˠaxt̪ˠəsˠ/).
Does reachtas have a plural?
No plural form is given for reachtas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does reachtas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Reachtas can mean legislature or legislation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between reachtas and reacht?
Reacht is a single statute or law, while reachtas is the legislature or legislation as a whole. In Ireland the national legislature is called an tOireachtas.
