HeyRuaHow to say “sexual orientation” in Irish
- Irish:
- gnéaschlaonadh
- English:
- sexual orientation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “GNAYS-khlee-nuh” /ˈɟnʲeːsˌxl̪ˠiːn̪ˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- gnéaschlaonta, an ghnéaschlaonta (e.g. leithcheal ar bhonn gnéaschlaonta, discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation)
What does “gnéaschlaonadh” mean?
- sexual orientation
- The sex or sexes of the people a person is sexually or romantically attracted to.Also: sexuality, orientation.
“Gnéaschlaonadh” with the article
Here is gnéaschlaonadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Gnéaschlaonadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gnéaschlaonadh, the Irish word for sexual orientation.
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Sexual orientation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for sexual orientation?
The Irish for sexual orientation is gnéaschlaonadh (pronounced “GNAYS-khlee-nuh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce gnéaschlaonadh in Irish?
Gnéaschlaonadh is said like “GNAYS-khlee-nuh” (IPA /ˈɟnʲeːsˌxl̪ˠiːn̪ˠə/).
Does gnéaschlaonadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for gnéaschlaonadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does gnéaschlaonadh change to ghnéaschlaonadh or ngnéaschlaonadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gnéaschlaonadh becomes mo ghnéaschlaonadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngnéaschlaonadh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'gnéaschlaonadh' and 'inscne'?
'Gnéaschlaonadh' is sexual orientation, who one is attracted to, while 'inscne' is gender (also grammatical gender).
