HeyRuaHow to say “retroactivity” in Irish
- Irish:
- aisghníomhaíocht
- English:
- retroactivity
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “ASH-ghnee-vee-ukht” /ˈaʃˌɣɲiːvˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- aisghníomhaíochta, na haisghníomhaíochta (e.g. ceist na haisghníomhaíochta, the question of retroactivity)
What does “aisghníomhaíocht” mean?
- retroactivity
- The quality of a law, rule or decision taking effect from a date in the past.Also: retrospectivity, retroactive effect, retrospective effect.
“Aisghníomhaíocht” with the article
Here is aisghníomhaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Aisghníomhaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aisghníomhaíocht, the Irish word for retroactivity.
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Retroactivity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for retroactivity?
The Irish for retroactivity is aisghníomhaíocht (pronounced “ASH-ghnee-vee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce aisghníomhaíocht in Irish?
Aisghníomhaíocht is said like “ASH-ghnee-vee-ukht” (IPA /ˈaʃˌɣɲiːvˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does aisghníomhaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for aisghníomhaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does aisghníomhaíocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aisghníomhaíocht (the retroactivity), a haisghníomhaíocht (her retroactivity), a n-aisghníomhaíocht (their retroactivity).
How do I say a law is retroactive?
Use the adjective 'aisghníomhach', as in 'dlí aisghníomhach', or say 'tá éifeacht aisghníomhach aige'.
