HeyRuaHow to say “perfection” in Irish
- Irish:
- foirfeacht
- English:
- perfection, maturity
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FIR-fyukht” /ˈfˠɪɾʲfʲəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- foirfeachta, na foirfeachta (e.g. lorg na foirfeachta, the pursuit of perfection)
What does “foirfeacht” mean?
“Foirfeacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- perfection
- The state of being perfect or complete, without any fault.Also: completeness, flawlessness.
1 other meaning: maturity
- 2maturity
- The state of being fully grown or mature, especially in age.Also: ripeness, full age, old age.
“Foirfeacht” with the article
Here is foirfeacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Foirfeacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using foirfeacht, the Irish word for perfection.
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Perfection in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for perfection?
The Irish for perfection is foirfeacht (pronounced “FIR-fyukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean maturity.
How do you pronounce foirfeacht in Irish?
Foirfeacht is said like “FIR-fyukht” (IPA /ˈfˠɪɾʲfʲəxt̪ˠ/).
Does foirfeacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for foirfeacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does foirfeacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Foirfeacht can mean perfection or maturity, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does foirfeacht change to fhoirfeacht or bhfoirfeacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) foirfeacht becomes m'fhoirfeacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfoirfeacht (eclipsis).
How is 'foirfeacht' related to 'foirfe'?
'Foirfeacht' is the abstract noun from the adjective 'foirfe' (perfect), just as 'perfection' comes from 'perfect'. In grammar, 'an aimsir fhoirfe' means the perfect tense.
