HeyRuaHow to say “remoteness” in Irish
- Irish:
- iargúltacht
- English:
- remoteness, remote place
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “EER-uh-gool-tukht” /ˈiəɾˠəɡuːl̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- iargúltachta, na hiargúltachta (e.g. fadhbanna na hiargúltachta, the problems of remoteness)
What does “iargúltacht” mean?
“Iargúltacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- remoteness
- The quality of being far away from towns and people, isolated.Also: isolation, seclusion, backwardness.
1 other meaning: remote place
- 2remote place
- A remote, out-of-the-way place far from other people.Also: the wilds, backwater, the back of beyond.
“Iargúltacht” with the article
Here is iargúltacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Iargúltacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iargúltacht, the Irish word for remoteness.
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Remoteness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for remoteness?
The Irish for remoteness is iargúltacht (pronounced “EER-uh-gool-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean remote place.
How do you pronounce iargúltacht in Irish?
Iargúltacht is said like “EER-uh-gool-tukht” (IPA /ˈiəɾˠəɡuːl̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does iargúltacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for iargúltacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iargúltacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iargúltacht can mean remoteness or remote place, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iargúltacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an iargúltacht (the remoteness), a hiargúltacht (her remoteness), a n-iargúltacht (their remoteness).
What is the adjective related to iargúltacht?
The adjective is iargúlta, meaning remote or out of the way, as in áit iargúlta, a remote place. The noun iargúil also means a remote place or corner.
