HeyRuaHow to say “profit” in Irish
- Irish:
- proifid
- English:
- profit, benefit
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PROFF-id” /ˈpɾˠɔfʲɪdʲ/
- Plural:
- proifidí (profits)
- Genitive singular:
- proifide, na proifide (e.g. ráta na proifide, the rate of profit)
- Genitive plural:
- proifidí, na bproifidí (e.g. cáin ar phroifidí, tax on profits)
What does “proifid” mean?
“Proifid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- profit
- Money gained in business or trade after costs have been paid.Also: gain, earnings, return.
“Proifid” with the article
The plural of profit in Irish is proifidí. Here is proifid after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Proifid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using proifid, the Irish word for profit.
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Profit in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for profit?
The Irish for profit is proifid (pronounced “PROFF-id”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is proifidí. Depending on context it can also mean benefit.
How do you pronounce proifid in Irish?
Proifid is said like “PROFF-id” (IPA /ˈpɾˠɔfʲɪdʲ/).
What is the plural of profit in Irish?
The plural of proifid is proifidí; with the article, na proifidí means “the profits”. The genitive plural is proifidí, as in cáin ar phroifidí (tax on profits).
Does proifid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Proifid can mean profit or benefit, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does proifid change to phroifid or bproifid?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) proifid becomes mo phroifid (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bproifid (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'proifid' and 'brabús'?
Both mean profit; 'brabús' is the more traditional everyday word, while 'proifid' is common in business and accounting contexts.
