HeyRuaHow to say “lexicology” in Irish
- Irish:
- foclóireolaíocht
- English:
- lexicology
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “FUK-lor-ee-oh-lee-ukht” /ˈfˠɔkˠlˠoːɾʲiˌoːlˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- foclóireolaíochta, na foclóireolaíochta (e.g. cúrsa foclóireolaíochta, a lexicology course)
What does “foclóireolaíocht” mean?
- lexicology
- The scientific study of words, their meanings, forms and history; sometimes also used for the work of making dictionaries.Also: lexicography, study of words, dictionary science.
“Foclóireolaíocht” with the article
Here is foclóireolaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Foclóireolaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using foclóireolaíocht, the Irish word for lexicology.
Other nouns in Irish
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Lexicology in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lexicology?
The Irish for lexicology is foclóireolaíocht (pronounced “FUK-lor-ee-oh-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce foclóireolaíocht in Irish?
Foclóireolaíocht is said like “FUK-lor-ee-oh-lee-ukht” (IPA /ˈfˠɔkˠlˠoːɾʲiˌoːlˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does foclóireolaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for foclóireolaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does foclóireolaíocht change to fhoclóireolaíocht or bhfoclóireolaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) foclóireolaíocht becomes m'fhoclóireolaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfoclóireolaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between foclóireolaíocht and foclóireacht?
Foclóireolaíocht is lexicology, the study of words, while foclóireacht is lexicography, the practical work of compiling dictionaries (foclóir).
