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Non-fulfilment in Irish (Neamh-chomhlíonadh): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for non-fulfilment is neamh-chomhlíonadh, a masculine noun.
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How to say “non-fulfilment” in Irish

Irish:
neamh-chomhlíonadh
English:
non-fulfilment
Word type:
noun
Gender:
masculine
Pronunciation:
“nyav-KHOH-lee-nuh”  /ˈnʲav-ˌxoːlʲiːnə/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
neamh-chomhlíonta, an neamh-chomhlíonta (e.g. i gcás neamh-chomhlíonta, in the event of non-fulfilment)

What does “neamh-chomhlíonadh” mean?

non-fulfilment
The failure to carry out or fulfil an obligation, duty, contract or condition.Also: non-compliance, non-performance, failure to comply, default.

“Neamh-chomhlíonadh” with the article

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

an neamh-chomhlíonadh
the non-fulfilment
No change after an

“Neamh-chomhlíonadh” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using neamh-chomhlíonadh, the Irish word for non-fulfilment.

Gearrfar fíneáil i gcás neamh-chomhlíonta an chonartha.
A fine will be imposed if the contract is not fulfilled.
Ba é an neamh-chomhlíonadh ba chúis leis an gcás.
The non-fulfilment was the cause of the case.
Bhí neamh-chomhlíonadh dualgais i gceist.
It was a matter of failure to perform a duty.
Cuireadh neamh-chomhlíonadh na rialacha ina leith.
He was accused of not complying with the rules.
Tá iarmhairtí tromchúiseacha ag neamh-chomhlíonadh.
Non-compliance has serious consequences.
Ní ghlacfar le neamh-chomhlíonadh sa chomhaontú seo.
Non-fulfilment will not be accepted under this agreement.
Rinne an chuideachta neamh-chomhlíonadh a shéanadh.
The company denied non-compliance.

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Non-fulfilment in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for non-fulfilment?

The Irish for non-fulfilment is neamh-chomhlíonadh (pronounced “nyav-KHOH-lee-nuh”). It’s a masculine noun.

How do you pronounce neamh-chomhlíonadh in Irish?

Neamh-chomhlíonadh is said like “nyav-KHOH-lee-nuh” (IPA /ˈnʲav-ˌxoːlʲiːnə/).

Does neamh-chomhlíonadh have a plural?

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

How does neamh-chomhlíonadh relate to comhlíonadh?

Comhlíonadh means fulfilment or compliance, and the prefix neamh- negates it, so neamh-chomhlíonadh is non-fulfilment or non-compliance.

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