HeyRuaHow to say “naturalness” in Irish
- Irish:
- nádúrthacht
- English:
- naturalness, kindliness, idiomaticity
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NAW-door-hukht” /ˈn̪ˠɑːd̪ˠuːɾˠhəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- nádúrthachta, na nádúrthachta (e.g. easpa nádúrthachta, lack of naturalness)
What does “nádúrthacht” mean?
“Nádúrthacht” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- naturalness
- The quality of being natural, unaffected or true to nature.Also: artlessness, spontaneity, unaffectedness.
2 other meanings: kindliness or idiomaticity
- 2kindliness
- Good nature, warmth and kindliness in a person.Also: good nature, good-naturedness, warmth.
- 3idiomaticity
- The quality of language that sounds natural and idiomatic to a native speaker.Also: natural style, idiomatic quality.
“Nádúrthacht” with the article
Here is nádúrthacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Nádúrthacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nádúrthacht, the Irish word for naturalness.
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Naturalness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for naturalness?
The Irish for naturalness is nádúrthacht (pronounced “NAW-door-hukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean kindliness or idiomaticity.
How do you pronounce nádúrthacht in Irish?
Nádúrthacht is said like “NAW-door-hukht” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠɑːd̪ˠuːɾˠhəxt̪ˠ/).
Does nádúrthacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for nádúrthacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does nádúrthacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Nádúrthacht can mean naturalness, kindliness or idiomaticity, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is nádúrthacht different from nádúr?
Nádúr means nature or a person's disposition, while nádúrthacht is the abstract quality of being natural or good-natured.
