HeyRuaHow to say “punctuation” in Irish
- Irish:
- poncaíocht
- English:
- punctuation, punctuality
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PUNK-ee-ukht” /ˈpˠʊŋkiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- poncaíochta, na poncaíochta (e.g. rialacha na poncaíochta, the rules of punctuation)
What does “poncaíocht” mean?
“Poncaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- punctuation
- The use of marks such as commas and full stops in writing to make the meaning clear.Also: punctuation marks, pointing.
1 other meaning: punctuality
- 2punctuality
- The quality of being on time and not late.Also: being on time, timekeeping.
“Poncaíocht” with the article
Here is poncaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Poncaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using poncaíocht, the Irish word for punctuation.
Other nouns in Irish
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Punctuation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for punctuation?
The Irish for punctuation is poncaíocht (pronounced “PUNK-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean punctuality.
How do you pronounce poncaíocht in Irish?
Poncaíocht is said like “PUNK-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈpˠʊŋkiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does poncaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for poncaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does poncaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Poncaíocht can mean punctuation or punctuality, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does poncaíocht change to phoncaíocht or bponcaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) poncaíocht becomes mo phoncaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bponcaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the Irish for a punctuation mark?
A punctuation mark is 'comhartha poncaíochta', for example 'camóg' (comma) or 'lánstad' (full stop).
