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Non-intervention in Irish (Neamh-idirghabháil): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for non-intervention is neamh-idirghabháil, a feminine noun.
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How to say “non-intervention” in Irish

Irish:
neamh-idirghabháil
English:
non-intervention
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine
Pronunciation:
“nyav-IDJ-ir-ghow-awl”  /ˈnʲav ˈɪdʲəɾʲˌɣəuɑːlʲ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
neamh-idirghabhála, na neamh-idirghabhála (e.g. polasaí neamh-idirghabhála, policy of non-intervention)

What does “neamh-idirghabháil” mean?

non-intervention
The policy or practice of not interfering in the affairs of another country or party.Also: non-interference, noninterventionism.

“Neamh-idirghabháil” with the article

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

an neamh-idirghabháil
the non-intervention
No change after an

“Neamh-idirghabháil” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using neamh-idirghabháil, the Irish word for non-intervention.

Ghlac an rialtas le neamh-idirghabháil sa chogadh.
The government adopted non-intervention in the war.
Bhí an neamh-idirghabháil conspóideach ag an am.
Non-intervention was controversial at the time.
Lean an tír polasaí neamh-idirghabhála ar feadh blianta.
The country followed a policy of non-intervention for years.
Labhair an t-aire faoi phrionsabal na neamh-idirghabhála.
The minister spoke about the principle of non-intervention.
Cáineadh an neamh-idirghabháil go láidir sna nuachtáin.
Non-intervention was strongly criticised in the newspapers.
Creideann sí i neamh-idirghabháil i gcúrsaí eachtracha.
She believes in non-intervention in foreign affairs.
Ní réiteach í an neamh-idirghabháil i gcónaí.
Non-intervention is not always a solution.

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Non-intervention in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for non-intervention?

The Irish for non-intervention is neamh-idirghabháil (pronounced “nyav-IDJ-ir-ghow-awl”). It’s a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce neamh-idirghabháil in Irish?

Neamh-idirghabháil is said like “nyav-IDJ-ir-ghow-awl” (IPA /ˈnʲav ˈɪdʲəɾʲˌɣəuɑːlʲ/).

Does neamh-idirghabháil have a plural?

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

What is the difference between neamh-idirghabháil and neodracht?

Neamh-idirghabháil means not intervening in a conflict or another's affairs, while neodracht means neutrality, a formal status of not taking sides.

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