Romanticism in Irish (Rómánsaíocht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for romanticism?

The Irish for romanticism is rómánsaíocht (pronounced “roh-MAWN-see-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean romancing.

Q: Does rómánsaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Rómánsaíocht can mean romanticism or romancing, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “romanticism” in Irish

Irish:: rómánsaíocht
English:: romanticism, romancing
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “roh-MAWN-see-ukht” /ˈɾˠoːmˠaːnˠsˠiːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: rómánsaíochta, na rómánsaíochta (e.g. filí na rómánsaíochta, the poets of Romanticism)

What does “rómánsaíocht” mean?

“Rómánsaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

romanticism: The Romantic movement in literature, art and music, or a romantic outlook on life.Also: romantic movement, romanticness.

1 other meaning: romancing

2romancing: Telling fanciful, exaggerated or made-up stories; fantastic nonsense.Also: fantasy, fanciful talk, nonsense.

“Rómánsaíocht” with the article

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

an rómánsaíocht

the romanticism

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“Rómánsaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using rómánsaíocht, the Irish word for romanticism.

Bhí tionchar mór ag an rómánsaíocht ar an gceol.

Romanticism had a big influence on music.

Is maith léi filíocht na rómánsaíochta.

She likes the poetry of Romanticism.

Níl ansin ach rómánsaíocht, a stór.

That's just fanciful nonsense, dear.

Rinneamar staidéar ar an rómánsaíocht sa choláiste.

We studied Romanticism in college.

Tá a lán rómánsaíochta ina scéalta.

There's a lot of romancing in his stories.

Ná bí ag rómánsaíocht, inis an fhírinne dom.

Stop romancing, tell me the truth.

Thosaigh ré na rómánsaíochta san ochtú haois déag.

The Romantic era began in the eighteenth century.

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Romanticism in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for romanticism?

The Irish for romanticism is rómánsaíocht (pronounced “roh-MAWN-see-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean romancing.

How do you pronounce rómánsaíocht in Irish?

Rómánsaíocht is said like “roh-MAWN-see-ukht” (IPA /ˈɾˠoːmˠaːnˠsˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does rómánsaíocht have a plural?

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

Does rómánsaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Rómánsaíocht can mean romanticism or romancing, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Does 'rómánsaíocht' mean a love affair?

Not usually: it refers to Romanticism or to fanciful storytelling. For a love affair, Irish typically uses 'cumann' or 'caidreamh grá'.

Romanticism in Irish (Rómánsaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage