Privilege in Irish (Pribhléid): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for privilege?

The Irish for privilege is pribhléid (pronounced “PRIV-layd”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is pribhléidí. Depending on context it can also mean honour.

Q: What is the plural of privilege in Irish?

The plural of pribhléid is pribhléidí; with the article, na pribhléidí means “the privileges”. The genitive plural is pribhléidí, as in liosta na bpribhléidí (the list of privileges).

Q: Does pribhléid have more than one meaning?

Yes. Pribhléid can mean privilege or honour, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “privilege” in Irish

Irish:: pribhléid
English:: privilege, honour
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:: “PRIV-layd” /ˈpʲɾʲɪvʲlʲeːdʲ/

Various forms

Plural:: pribhléidí (privileges)
Genitive singular:: pribhléide, na pribhléide (e.g. tábhacht na pribhléide, the importance of the privilege)
Genitive plural:: pribhléidí, na bpribhléidí (e.g. liosta na bpribhléidí, the list of privileges)

What does “pribhléid” mean?

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

privilege: A special right or advantage given to a particular person or group.Also: special right, prerogative, advantage.

1 other meaning: honour

2honour: Something that is a special pleasure or honour to do or receive.Also: privilege, pleasure.

“Pribhléid” with the article

The plural of privilege in Irish is pribhléidí. Here is pribhléid after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an phribhléid

the privilege

Lenition: p becomes ph after an (feminine noun)

na pribhléidí

the privileges

Plural: no change after na

“Pribhléid” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using pribhléid, the Irish word for privilege.

Is mór an phribhléid é a bheith anseo inniu.

It is a great privilege to be here today.

Bhí pribhléid speisialta ag na huaisle fadó.

The nobles had a special privilege long ago.

Chaill sé a phribhléidí nuair a bhris sé na rialacha.

He lost his privileges when he broke the rules.

Ní ceart é seo, is pribhléid é.

This isn't a right, it's a privilege.

Bhain sé leas as an bpribhléid sin go minic.

He often took advantage of that privilege.

Tá pribhléidí áirithe ag baill an chlub.

Club members have certain privileges.

Ba phribhléid dom bualadh leat.

It was a privilege for me to meet you.

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Privilege in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for privilege?

The Irish for privilege is pribhléid (pronounced “PRIV-layd”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is pribhléidí. Depending on context it can also mean honour.

How do you pronounce pribhléid in Irish?

Pribhléid is said like “PRIV-layd” (IPA /ˈpʲɾʲɪvʲlʲeːdʲ/).

What is the plural of privilege in Irish?

The plural of pribhléid is pribhléidí; with the article, na pribhléidí means “the privileges”. The genitive plural is pribhléidí, as in liosta na bpribhléidí (the list of privileges).

Does pribhléid have more than one meaning?

Yes. Pribhléid can mean privilege or honour, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does pribhléid change to phribhléid or bpribhléid?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) pribhléid becomes mo phribhléid (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpribhléid (eclipsis).

What is the difference between 'pribhléid' and 'ceart'?

'Ceart' is a right that everyone is entitled to, while 'pribhléid' is a special advantage held by some. You might say 'Ní ceart é, is pribhléid é.'

How do I say 'it's a privilege for me'?

Say 'Is pribhléid dom é', for example 'Is mór an phribhléid dom é a bheith anseo.'

Privilege in Irish (Pribhléid): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage