HeyRuaHow to say “legitimation” in Irish
- Irish:
- dlisteanú
- English:
- legitimation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- dlisteanaigh, to legitimize (ag dlisteanú, legitimizing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “DLISH-tyan-oo” /ˈdʲlʲɪʃtʲənˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- dlisteanaithe, an dlisteanaithe (e.g. próiseas an dlisteanaithe, the process of legitimation)
What does “dlisteanú” mean?
- legitimation
- The act of making something lawful or legitimate, such as legitimating a child; it is the verbal noun of the verb dlisteanaigh.Also: legitimization, legitimizing, legalization, making lawful.
“Dlisteanú” as a verbal noun
After ag, dlisteanú means legitimizing: it is the verbal noun of the verb dlisteanaigh (to legitimize). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Dlisteanú” with the article
Here is dlisteanú after the article (an t-alt).
“Dlisteanú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dlisteanú, the Irish word for legitimation.
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Legitimation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for legitimation?
The Irish for legitimation is dlisteanú (pronounced “DLISH-tyan-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce dlisteanú in Irish?
Dlisteanú is said like “DLISH-tyan-oo” (IPA /ˈdʲlʲɪʃtʲənˠuː/).
Does dlisteanú have a plural?
No plural form is given for dlisteanú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does dlisteanú change to dhlisteanú or ndlisteanú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dlisteanú becomes mo dhlisteanú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndlisteanú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between dlisteanú and dlisteanacht?
Dlisteanú is the act of making something legitimate, while dlisteanacht is the state or quality of being legitimate (legitimacy).
