HeyRuaHow to say “literacy” in Irish
- Irish:
- litearthacht
- English:
- literacy, literariness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LIT-yer-hukht” /ˈlʲɪtʲəɾˠhəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- litearthachta, na litearthachta (e.g. leibhéal na litearthachta, the level of literacy)
What does “litearthacht” mean?
“Litearthacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- literacy
- The ability to read and write.Also: reading and writing, literacy skills.
1 other meaning: literariness
- 2literariness
- The quality of being literary in style or character.Also: literary quality, literary style.
“Litearthacht” with the article
Here is litearthacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Litearthacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using litearthacht, the Irish word for literacy.
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Literacy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for literacy?
The Irish for literacy is litearthacht (pronounced “LIT-yer-hukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean literariness.
How do you pronounce litearthacht in Irish?
Litearthacht is said like “LIT-yer-hukht” (IPA /ˈlʲɪtʲəɾˠhəxt̪ˠ/).
Does litearthacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for litearthacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does litearthacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Litearthacht can mean literacy or literariness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the opposite of 'litearthacht'?
Illiteracy is 'neamhlitearthacht', and an illiterate person is described as 'neamhliteartha'.
Is 'litearthacht' the same as 'litríocht'?
No: 'litearthacht' is literacy, the ability to read and write, while 'litríocht' means literature.
