Restlessness in Irish (Luaineacht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for restlessness?

The Irish for restlessness is luaineacht (pronounced “LOO-in-yukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean changeableness or nimbleness.

Q: Does luaineacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Luaineacht can mean restlessness, changeableness or nimbleness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “restlessness” in Irish

Irish:: luaineacht
English:: restlessness, changeableness, nimbleness
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “LOO-in-yukht” /ˈl̪ˠuənʲəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: luaineachta, na luaineachta (e.g. comharthaí luaineachta, signs of restlessness)

What does “luaineacht” mean?

“Luaineacht” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

restlessness: The state of being unable to stay still or settled.Also: fidgetiness, unrest.

2 other meanings: changeableness or nimbleness

2changeableness: The quality of changing often or being inconstant, as of moods, prices or weather.Also: fluctuation, volatility, inconstancy, vacillation.
3nimbleness: Quickness and ease of movement.Also: mobility, agility.

Other Irish words for restlessness: mífhoighne (impatience)

“Luaineacht” with the article

Here is luaineacht after the article (an t-alt).

an luaineacht

the restlessness

No change after an

“Luaineacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using luaineacht, the Irish word for restlessness.

Bhí luaineacht ar an leanbh ar feadh na hoíche.

The child was restless all night.

Chuir an luaineacht sin imní ar a mháthair.

That restlessness worried his mother.

Tá luaineacht mhór i bpraghsanna an óir.

Gold prices are very volatile.

Ní maith liom luaineacht na haimsire.

I don't like the changeableness of the weather.

Bhí comharthaí luaineachta le feiceáil air.

Signs of restlessness could be seen in him.

Tháinig luaineacht ar an margadh inné.

The market became volatile yesterday.

Is deacair a luaineacht a cheansú.

It is hard to calm his restlessness.

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Restlessness in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for restlessness?

The Irish for restlessness is luaineacht (pronounced “LOO-in-yukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean changeableness or nimbleness.

How do you pronounce luaineacht in Irish?

Luaineacht is said like “LOO-in-yukht” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠuənʲəxt̪ˠ/).

Does luaineacht have a plural?

No plural form is given for luaineacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does luaineacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Luaineacht can mean restlessness, changeableness or nimbleness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How is luaineacht related to luaineach?

Luaineacht is the abstract noun from the adjective luaineach, meaning restless, fickle or volatile.

Restlessness in Irish (Luaineacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage