HeyRuaHow to say “refusal” in Irish
- Irish:
- diúltú
- English:
- refusal, renunciation, negation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- diúltaigh, to refuse (ag diúltú, refusing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “DYOOL-too” /ˈdʲuːl̪ˠt̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- diúltaithe, an diúltaithe (e.g. cúis an diúltaithe, the reason for the refusal)
What does “diúltú” mean?
“Diúltú” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- refusal
- The act of refusing or saying no to something; verbal noun of the verb diúltaigh.Also: refusing, rejection, rejecting, denial.
2 other meanings: renunciation or negation
- 2renunciation
- The act of renouncing or giving up something, such as a belief or a right.Also: renouncing, repudiation, abjuration.
- 3negation
- In grammar or logic, the act of denying or making something negative.Also: denial, negative.
Other Irish words for refusal: eiteach (refusal)
“Diúltú” as a verbal noun
After ag, diúltú means refusing: it is the verbal noun of the verb diúltaigh (to refuse). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Diúltú” with the article
Here is diúltú after the article (an t-alt).
“Diúltú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using diúltú, the Irish word for refusal.
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Refusal in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for refusal?
The Irish for refusal is diúltú (pronounced “DYOOL-too”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean renunciation or negation.
How do you pronounce diúltú in Irish?
Diúltú is said like “DYOOL-too” (IPA /ˈdʲuːl̪ˠt̪ˠuː/).
Does diúltú have a plural?
No plural form is given for diúltú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does diúltú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Diúltú can mean refusal, renunciation or negation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does diúltú change to dhiúltú or ndiúltú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) diúltú becomes mo dhiúltú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndiúltú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'diúltú' and 'eiteach'?
Both mean refusal; 'diúltú' is the verbal noun of 'diúltaigh' and is the general word, while 'eiteach' is often used in phrases like 'eiteach a thabhairt do dhuine' (to refuse someone).
How do I say 'refuse to do something'?
Use 'diúltaigh' with a verbal noun: 'Dhiúltaigh sé an obair a dhéanamh' means 'He refused to do the work'.
