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Neoclassicism in Irish (Nuachlasaiceas): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for neoclassicism is nuachlasaiceas, a masculine noun.
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How to say “neoclassicism” in Irish

Irish:
nuachlasaiceas
English:
neoclassicism
Word type:
noun
Gender:
masculine
Pronunciation:
“NOO-uh-klass-ik-yass”  /ˈn̪ˠuəˌklˠasˠəcəsˠ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
nuachlasaicis, an nuachlasaicis (e.g. tréimhse an nuachlasaicis, the period of neoclassicism)

What does “nuachlasaiceas” mean?

neoclassicism
A style in art, architecture, literature and music that revived the forms and ideals of ancient Greece and Rome, especially in the eighteenth century.Also: neo-classicism, neoclassical style.

“Nuachlasaiceas” with the article

Here is nuachlasaiceas after the article (an t-alt).

an nuachlasaiceas
the neoclassicism
No change after an

“Nuachlasaiceas” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using nuachlasaiceas, the Irish word for neoclassicism.

Bhí tionchar mór ag an nuachlasaiceas ar an ailtireacht.
Neoclassicism had a great influence on architecture.
Is sampla maith den nuachlasaiceas an foirgneamh sin.
That building is a good example of neoclassicism.
Rinneamar staidéar ar an nuachlasaiceas sa choláiste.
We studied neoclassicism in college.
Tháinig an nuachlasaiceas chun cinn san ochtú haois déag.
Neoclassicism came to the fore in the eighteenth century.
Is maith liom ealaín an nuachlasaicis.
I like the art of neoclassicism.
Labhair an léachtóir faoi stair an nuachlasaicis.
The lecturer spoke about the history of neoclassicism.
Tá nuachlasaiceas le feiceáil i ngach cuid den chathair.
Neoclassicism can be seen in every part of the city.

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Neoclassicism in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for neoclassicism?

The Irish for neoclassicism is nuachlasaiceas (pronounced “NOO-uh-klass-ik-yass”). It’s a masculine noun.

How do you pronounce nuachlasaiceas in Irish?

Nuachlasaiceas is said like “NOO-uh-klass-ik-yass” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠuəˌklˠasˠəcəsˠ/).

Does nuachlasaiceas have a plural?

No plural form is given for nuachlasaiceas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

How is 'nuachlasaiceas' formed?

It combines the prefix 'nua' (new) with 'clasaiceas' (classicism), with lenition of the c after 'nua'.

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