HeyRuaHow to say “mindfulness” in Irish
- Irish:
- meabhraíocht
- English:
- mindfulness, recollection
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MYOW-ree-ukht” /ˈmʲaʊɾʲiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- meabhraíochta, na meabhraíochta (e.g. cleachtadh meabhraíochta, mindfulness practice)
What does “meabhraíocht” mean?
“Meabhraíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- mindfulness
- The state of being aware, conscious and attentive, especially the practice of focusing calmly on the present moment.Also: awareness, consciousness, alertness.
1 other meaning: recollection
- 2recollection
- The faculty of remembering or keeping something in mind.Also: memory, remembrance.
“Meabhraíocht” with the article
Here is meabhraíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Meabhraíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using meabhraíocht, the Irish word for mindfulness.
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Mindfulness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mindfulness?
The Irish for mindfulness is meabhraíocht (pronounced “MYOW-ree-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean recollection.
How do you pronounce meabhraíocht in Irish?
Meabhraíocht is said like “MYOW-ree-ukht” (IPA /ˈmʲaʊɾʲiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does meabhraíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for meabhraíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does meabhraíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Meabhraíocht can mean mindfulness or recollection, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does meabhraíocht change to mheabhraíocht?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mheabhraíocht. After ár (our) it stays ár meabhraíocht, because m does not take eclipsis.
How is 'meabhraíocht' different from 'machnamh'?
'Meabhraíocht' is awareness or mindfulness of the present moment, while 'machnamh' means reflection, contemplation or meditation.
