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Solidarity in Irish (Dlúthpháirtíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

‘dlúthpháirtíocht’ also means: close association

The Irish for solidarity is dlúthpháirtíocht, a feminine noun.
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How to say “solidarity” in Irish

Irish:
dlúthpháirtíocht
English:
solidarity, close association
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine
Pronunciation:
“DLOO-faar-tee-ukht”  /ˈd̪ˠl̪ˠuːˌfˠaːɾˠtʲiːəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
dlúthpháirtíochta, na dlúthpháirtíochta (e.g. comhartha dlúthpháirtíochta, a sign of solidarity)

What does “dlúthpháirtíocht” mean?

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

solidarity
Unity and mutual support among people who share an interest, aim or difficulty.Also: unity, mutual support, togetherness.
1 other meaning: close association
2close association
A close connection or intimate partnership between people or things.Also: intimacy, close connection, closeness.

“Dlúthpháirtíocht” with the article

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

an dlúthpháirtíocht
the solidarity
No change: d and t are not lenited after an

“Dlúthpháirtíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using dlúthpháirtíocht, the Irish word for solidarity.

Léirigh na hoibrithe dlúthpháirtíocht leis na stailceoirí.
The workers showed solidarity with the strikers.
Tá an dlúthpháirtíocht tábhachtach sa phobal seo.
Solidarity is important in this community.
Chaith siad bandaí láimhe mar chomhartha dlúthpháirtíochta.
They wore armbands as a sign of solidarity.
Labhair sí faoi dhlúthpháirtíocht idir na tíortha.
She spoke about solidarity between the countries.
Sheas siad le chéile i ndlúthpháirtíocht.
They stood together in solidarity.
Bhí dlúthpháirtíocht mhór sa cheardchumann riamh.
There was always great solidarity in the union.
Gabhaimid buíochas libh as bhur ndlúthpháirtíocht.
We thank you for your solidarity.

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Solidarity in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for solidarity?

The Irish for solidarity is dlúthpháirtíocht (pronounced “DLOO-faar-tee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean close association.

How do you pronounce dlúthpháirtíocht in Irish?

Dlúthpháirtíocht is said like “DLOO-faar-tee-ukht” (IPA /ˈd̪ˠl̪ˠuːˌfˠaːɾˠtʲiːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does dlúthpháirtíocht have a plural?

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

Does dlúthpháirtíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Dlúthpháirtíocht can mean solidarity or close association, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does dlúthpháirtíocht change to dhlúthpháirtíocht or ndlúthpháirtíocht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dlúthpháirtíocht becomes mo dhlúthpháirtíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndlúthpháirtíocht (eclipsis).

How do I say 'in solidarity with' someone?

Use 'i ndlúthpháirtíocht le', for example 'i ndlúthpháirtíocht leis na hoibrithe', in solidarity with the workers.

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