HeyRuaHow to say “motoring” in Irish
- Irish:
- gluaisteánaíocht
- English:
- motoring
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GLOO-ish-taw-nee-ukht” /ˈɡɫuəʃtʲɑːniːəxt/
- Genitive singular:
- gluaisteánaíochta, na gluaisteánaíochta (e.g. cumann gluaisteánaíochta, motoring association)
What does “gluaisteánaíocht” mean?
- motoring
- The activity of driving or travelling by car, especially as a pastime or as a general area of interest.Also: driving, car travel, automobilism.
“Gluaisteánaíocht” with the article
Here is gluaisteánaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Gluaisteánaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gluaisteánaíocht, the Irish word for motoring.
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Motoring in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for motoring?
The Irish for motoring is gluaisteánaíocht (pronounced “GLOO-ish-taw-nee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce gluaisteánaíocht in Irish?
Gluaisteánaíocht is said like “GLOO-ish-taw-nee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɡɫuəʃtʲɑːniːəxt/).
Does gluaisteánaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for gluaisteánaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does gluaisteánaíocht change to ghluaisteánaíocht or ngluaisteánaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gluaisteánaíocht becomes mo ghluaisteánaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngluaisteánaíocht (eclipsis).
How is 'gluaisteánaíocht' different from 'tiomáint'?
'Tiomáint' is the act of driving a vehicle, while 'gluaisteánaíocht' refers to motoring as a general activity or field, as in 'iris ghluaisteánaíochta' (motoring magazine).
