Prevalence in Irish (Leitheadúlacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for prevalence?

The Irish for prevalence is leitheadúlacht (pronounced “LEH-hah-doo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean conceit.

Q: Does leitheadúlacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Leitheadúlacht can mean prevalence or conceit, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “prevalence” in Irish

Irish:: leitheadúlacht
English:: prevalence, conceit
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “LEH-hah-doo-lukht” /ˈlʲɛhəd̪ˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: leitheadúlachta, na leitheadúlachta (e.g. ráta na leitheadúlachta, the prevalence rate)

What does “leitheadúlacht” mean?

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

prevalence: The state of being widespread or common among many people or in many places.Also: widespread nature, extent, pervasiveness.

1 other meaning: conceit

2conceit: An attitude of being full of yourself or self-important, puffed-up behaviour.Also: self-importance, pomposity, swagger.

“Leitheadúlacht” with the article

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

an leitheadúlacht

the prevalence

No change after an

“Leitheadúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using leitheadúlacht, the Irish word for prevalence.

Tá leitheadúlacht an ghalair ag méadú.

The prevalence of the disease is increasing.

Rinneadh staidéar ar leitheadúlacht an chaithimh tobac.

A study was done on the prevalence of smoking.

Chuir leitheadúlacht na faidhbe iontas orainn.

The prevalence of the problem surprised us.

Is ard í an leitheadúlacht i measc daoine óga.

The prevalence is high among young people.

Tá ráta leitheadúlachta íseal sa tír seo.

There is a low prevalence rate in this country.

Ní maith liom an leitheadúlacht atá ann.

I don't like the conceit he has.

Tá laghdú tagtha ar an leitheadúlacht le blianta.

The prevalence has fallen over the years.

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Prevalence in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for prevalence?

The Irish for prevalence is leitheadúlacht (pronounced “LEH-hah-doo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean conceit.

How do you pronounce leitheadúlacht in Irish?

Leitheadúlacht is said like “LEH-hah-doo-lukht” (IPA /ˈlʲɛhəd̪ˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).

Does leitheadúlacht have a plural?

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

Does leitheadúlacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Leitheadúlacht can mean prevalence or conceit, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How does leitheadúlacht relate to leitheadach?

Leitheadúlacht is the abstract noun from leitheadach 'wide, widespread' or 'conceited', so it can mean prevalence or, in speech about people, conceit.

Prevalence in Irish (Leitheadúlacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage