HeyRuaHow to say “politics” in Irish
- Irish:
- polaitíocht
- English:
- politics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “POL-uh-tee-ukht” /ˈpˠɔlˠət̠ʲiəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- polaitíochta, na polaitíochta (e.g. cúrsaí polaitíochta, political affairs)
What does “polaitíocht” mean?
- politics
- The activities and debates involved in governing a country or area, including parties, elections and power.Also: political life, political affairs.
“Polaitíocht” with the article
Here is polaitíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Polaitíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using polaitíocht, the Irish word for politics.
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Politics in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for politics?
The Irish for politics is polaitíocht (pronounced “POL-uh-tee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce polaitíocht in Irish?
Polaitíocht is said like “POL-uh-tee-ukht” (IPA /ˈpˠɔlˠət̠ʲiəxt̪ˠ/).
Does polaitíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for polaitíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does polaitíocht change to pholaitíocht or bpolaitíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) polaitíocht becomes mo pholaitíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpolaitíocht (eclipsis).
What is the word for a politician?
A politician is 'polaiteoir', and the adjective political is 'polaitiúil', as in 'páirtí polaitiúil' (political party).
Does 'polaitíocht' take the article?
Yes, it is usually used with the article when talking about politics in general, as in 'Chuaigh sé leis an pholaitíocht' (He went into politics).
