HeyRuaHow to say “security” in Irish
- Irish:
- slándáil
- English:
- security, safety
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SLAWN-dawl” /ˈsl̪ˠaːn̪ˠd̪ˠaːlʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- slándála, na slándála (e.g. fórsaí slándála, security forces)
What does “slándáil” mean?
“Slándáil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- security
- The state of being protected from danger, attack or crime, and the measures taken to ensure this.Also: protection, safety measures.
1 other meaning: safety
- 2safety
- Freedom from harm or risk, as in safety equipment such as a seat belt.Also: safeness.
“Slándáil” with the article
Here is slándáil after the article (an t-alt).
“Slándáil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using slándáil, the Irish word for security.
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Security in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for security?
The Irish for security is slándáil (pronounced “SLAWN-dawl”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean safety.
How do you pronounce slándáil in Irish?
Slándáil is said like “SLAWN-dawl” (IPA /ˈsl̪ˠaːn̪ˠd̪ˠaːlʲ/).
Does slándáil have a plural?
No plural form is given for slándáil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does slándáil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Slándáil can mean security or safety, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does slándáil change to shlándáil?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shlándáil. After ár (our) it stays ár slándáil, because s does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between slándáil and sábháilteacht?
Slándáil leans towards security and protection from threats, as in fórsaí slándála, while sábháilteacht is general safety, as in sábháilteacht ar bhóithre. Both overlap in everyday use.
