HeyRuaHow to say “punctuality” in Irish
- Irish:
- spriocúlacht
- English:
- punctuality
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SPRIK-oo-lukht” /ˈsˠpˠɾʲɪkuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- spriocúlachta, na spriocúlachta (e.g. tábhacht na spriocúlachta, the importance of punctuality)
What does “spriocúlacht” mean?
- punctuality
- The quality of being on time and keeping to fixed times or deadlines.Also: timekeeping, being on time, promptness.
Other Irish words for punctuality: poncúlacht (punctuality)
“Spriocúlacht” with the article
Here is spriocúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
an spriocúlacht
the punctuality
No change after an
“Spriocúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using spriocúlacht, the Irish word for punctuality.
Is maith liom spriocúlacht i gcónaí.
I always like punctuality.
Tá an spriocúlacht an-tábhachtach san obair seo.
Punctuality is very important in this job.
Mhol an múinteoir spriocúlacht na ndaltaí.
The teacher praised the pupils' punctuality.
Níl aon spriocúlacht ag baint leis na traenacha.
The trains are not punctual at all.
Bíonn an bainisteoir dian faoi spriocúlacht.
The manager is strict about punctuality.
Is cuid de dhea-bhéasa í an spriocúlacht.
Punctuality is part of good manners.
Tá cáil ar an gcomhlacht as a spriocúlacht.
The company is famous for its punctuality.
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Punctuality in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for punctuality?
The Irish for punctuality is spriocúlacht (pronounced “SPRIK-oo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce spriocúlacht in Irish?
Spriocúlacht is said like “SPRIK-oo-lukht” (IPA /ˈsˠpˠɾʲɪkuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does spriocúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for spriocúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the adjective related to spriocúlacht?
The adjective is 'spriocúil', meaning punctual, as in 'Tá sé spriocúil i gcónaí' (He is always punctual).
