Partiality in Irish (Leathchuma): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for partiality?

The Irish for partiality is leathchuma (pronounced “LYAH-khum-uh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean injustice.

Q: Does leathchuma have more than one meaning?

Yes. Leathchuma can mean partiality or injustice, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “partiality” in Irish

Irish:: leathchuma
English:: partiality, injustice
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine
Pronunciation:: “LYAH-khum-uh” /ˈlʲaˌxʊmˠə/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: leathchuma, na leathchuma (e.g. cás leathchuma, a case of unfairness)

What does “leathchuma” mean?

“Leathchuma” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

partiality: Unfair treatment that favours one person or side over another.Also: favouritism, bias, discrimination.

1 other meaning: injustice

2injustice: Unfairness or wrong done to someone by treating them worse than others.Also: unfairness, wrong.

“Leathchuma” with the article

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

an leathchuma

the partiality

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“Leathchuma” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using leathchuma, the Irish word for partiality.

Ní raibh aon leathchuma ann.

There was no favouritism involved.

Rinneadh leathchuma orainn sa chomórtas.

We were treated unfairly in the competition.

Ghearán sí an leathchuma a rinneadh uirthi.

She complained about the unfair treatment she got.

Níor cheart leathchuma a dhéanamh ar aon pháiste.

No child should be treated unfairly.

Bhí leathchuma le feiceáil sa chinneadh.

Favouritism could be seen in the decision.

Cuireadh leathchuma i leith an mhúinteora.

The teacher was accused of favouritism.

Is fuath liom leathchuma de chineál ar bith.

I hate unfairness of any kind.

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Partiality in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for partiality?

The Irish for partiality is leathchuma (pronounced “LYAH-khum-uh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean injustice.

How do you pronounce leathchuma in Irish?

Leathchuma is said like “LYAH-khum-uh” (IPA /ˈlʲaˌxʊmˠə/).

Does leathchuma have a plural?

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

Does leathchuma have more than one meaning?

Yes. Leathchuma can mean partiality or injustice, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How do I say someone was treated unfairly using leathchuma?

Use 'leathchuma a dhéanamh ar dhuine', for example 'Rinneadh leathchuma air', meaning he was treated unfairly.

How is leathchuma different from éagóir?

'Leathchuma' stresses unequal treatment or favouritism, while 'éagóir' is a broader word for injustice or wrong.

Partiality in Irish (Leathchuma): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage