HeyRuaHow to say “liveliness” in Irish
- Irish:
- beocht
- English:
- liveliness, life
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BYOKHT” /bʲɔxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- beochta, na beochta (e.g. easpa beochta, lack of liveliness)
What does “beocht” mean?
“Beocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- liveliness
- The quality of being full of life, energy and spirit.Also: animation, vivacity, sprightliness, life.
1 other meaning: life
- 2life
- The state of being alive, or signs of life in someone or something.Also: sign of life, vitality.
“Beocht” with the article
Here is beocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Beocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using beocht, the Irish word for liveliness.
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Liveliness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for liveliness?
The Irish for liveliness is beocht (pronounced “BYOKHT”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean life.
How do you pronounce beocht in Irish?
Beocht is said like “BYOKHT” (IPA /bʲɔxt̪/).
Does beocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for beocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does beocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Beocht can mean liveliness or life, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does beocht change to bheocht or mbeocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) beocht becomes mo bheocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbeocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'beocht' and 'beatha'?
'Beocht' means liveliness or animation, the spark of life, while 'beatha' means life in the sense of existence or livelihood, as in 'slí bheatha' (a livelihood).
