HeyRuaHow to say “prosperity” in Irish
- Irish:
- rathúlacht
- English:
- prosperity
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAH-hoo-lukht” /ˈɾˠahuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- rathúlachta, na rathúlachta (e.g. tréimhse rathúlachta, a period of prosperity)
What does “rathúlacht” mean?
- prosperity
- The state of being prosperous, successful or thriving.Also: success, successfulness, thriving.
Other Irish words for prosperity: bail (prosperity), rath (prosperity), rathúnas (prosperity)
“Rathúlacht” with the article
Here is rathúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
an rathúlacht
the prosperity
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“Rathúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rathúlacht, the Irish word for prosperity.
Bhí rathúlacht mhór sa tír sna nóchaidí.
There was great prosperity in the country in the nineties.
Guímid rathúlacht ort sa phost nua.
We wish you success in the new job.
Tháinig an rathúlacht leis an obair chrua.
Prosperity came with hard work.
Ba thréimhse rathúlachta í don bhaile.
It was a period of prosperity for the town.
Tá rathúlacht an ghnó ag brath ar na custaiméirí.
The success of the business depends on the customers.
Níor mhair an rathúlacht i bhfad.
The prosperity did not last long.
Is comhartha rathúlachta é an fás seo.
This growth is a sign of prosperity.
Other nouns in Irish
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Prosperity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for prosperity?
The Irish for prosperity is rathúlacht (pronounced “RAH-hoo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce rathúlacht in Irish?
Rathúlacht is said like “RAH-hoo-lukht” (IPA /ˈɾˠahuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does rathúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for rathúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'rathúlacht' different from 'rathúnas'?
Both mean prosperity; 'rathúnas' often suggests abundance or plenty, while 'rathúlacht' stresses being successful or prosperous, from the adjective 'rathúil'.
