HeyRuaHow to say “presence” in Irish
- Irish:
- láithreacht
- English:
- presence, whereabouts
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LAW-hrukht” /ˈl̪ˠaːɾʲəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- láithreachta, na láithreachta (e.g. cruthúnas láithreachta, proof of presence)
What does “láithreacht” mean?
“Láithreacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- presence
- The fact or state of being present in a place or with someone.Also: being present, attendance.
1 other meaning: whereabouts
- 2whereabouts
- Being located somewhere; locality or position, as in a presence felt in a place.Also: location, ubiety.
“Láithreacht” with the article
Here is láithreacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Láithreacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using láithreacht, the Irish word for presence.
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Presence in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for presence?
The Irish for presence is láithreacht (pronounced “LAW-hrukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean whereabouts.
How do you pronounce láithreacht in Irish?
Láithreacht is said like “LAW-hrukht” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠaːɾʲəxt̪ˠ/).
Does láithreacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for láithreacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does láithreacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Láithreacht can mean presence or whereabouts, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between láithreacht and láthair?
Láthair means a place or site and appears in phrases like 'i láthair' (present), while láithreacht is the abstract noun 'presence'. You would say 'Bhí sé i láthair' but 'a láithreacht'.
How do I say 'absence'?
The opposite is 'neamhláithreacht', though 'easpa' or 'as láthair' (absent) are also used.
