HeyRuaHow to say “nationalism” in Irish
- Irish:
- náisiúnachas
- English:
- nationalism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NAW-shoon-uh-khus” /ˈn̪ˠaːʃuːn̪ˠəxəsˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- náisiúnachais, an náisiúnachais (e.g. stair an náisiúnachais, the history of nationalism)
What does “náisiúnachas” mean?
- nationalism
- The political belief that a nation should be independent and govern itself, and loyalty and devotion to one's nation.Also: national feeling, patriotism.
“Náisiúnachas” with the article
Here is náisiúnachas after the article (an t-alt).
an náisiúnachas
the nationalism
No change after an
“Náisiúnachas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using náisiúnachas, the Irish word for nationalism.
Bhí náisiúnachas láidir sa tír sin riamh.
There was always strong nationalism in that country.
Tá leabhar nua scríofa aige faoin náisiúnachas.
He has written a new book about nationalism.
D'fhás an náisiúnachas go mór sa naoú haois déag.
Nationalism grew greatly in the nineteenth century.
Is léachtóir í i stair an náisiúnachais.
She is a lecturer in the history of nationalism.
Ní aontaím le náisiúnachas den chineál sin.
I don't agree with that kind of nationalism.
Bhí ról mór ag an teanga sa náisiúnachas Éireannach.
The language played a big role in Irish nationalism.
Labhair sé faoi chontúirtí an náisiúnachais.
He spoke about the dangers of nationalism.
Other nouns in Irish
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Nationalism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for nationalism?
The Irish for nationalism is náisiúnachas (pronounced “NAW-shoon-uh-khus”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce náisiúnachas in Irish?
Náisiúnachas is said like “NAW-shoon-uh-khus” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠaːʃuːn̪ˠəxəsˠ/).
Does náisiúnachas have a plural?
No plural form is given for náisiúnachas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between náisiúnachas and náisiúnaí?
Náisiúnachas is the ideology, nationalism, while náisiúnaí is a person who holds it, a nationalist.
Is náisiúnachas the same as tírghrá?
Not quite: tírghrá means patriotism or love of country, while náisiúnachas refers to the political movement or belief in national self-government.
