Speculation in Irish (Amhantraíocht): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for speculation?

The Irish for speculation is amhantraíocht (pronounced “OWN-tree-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean adventuring.

Q: Does amhantraíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Amhantraíocht can mean speculation or adventuring, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “speculation” in Irish

Irish:: amhantraíocht
English:: speculation, adventuring
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, third declension
Pronunciation:: “OWN-tree-ukht” /ˈəuntˠɾˠiːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: amhantraíochta, na hamhantraíochta (e.g. contúirt na hamhantraíochta, the danger of speculation)

What does “amhantraíocht” mean?

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

speculation: Taking financial risks, such as buying and selling shares or property, in the hope of making a quick profit.Also: financial speculation, gambling on markets, risk-taking.

1 other meaning: adventuring

2adventuring: The act of taking a chance or venturing on something risky.Also: venturing, risk.

“Amhantraíocht” with the article

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

an amhantraíocht

the speculation

No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an

“Amhantraíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using amhantraíocht, the Irish word for speculation.

Chaill sé a chuid airgid ar amhantraíocht.

He lost his money on speculation.

Bhí an amhantraíocht ar na margaí contúirteach.

Speculation on the markets was dangerous.

Ardaíodh praghsanna tithe de bharr na hamhantraíochta.

House prices rose because of speculation.

Ní maith liom amhantraíocht le maoin.

I don't like property speculation.

Bhí sé gafa in amhantraíocht airgeadais.

He was caught up in financial speculation.

Cuireadh an milleán ar an amhantraíocht sa tír.

Speculation in the country was blamed.

Is cineál cearrbhachais í an amhantraíocht.

Speculation is a kind of gambling.

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Speculation in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for speculation?

The Irish for speculation is amhantraíocht (pronounced “OWN-tree-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean adventuring.

How do you pronounce amhantraíocht in Irish?

Amhantraíocht is said like “OWN-tree-ukht” (IPA /ˈəuntˠɾˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does amhantraíocht have a plural?

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

Does amhantraíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Amhantraíocht can mean speculation or adventuring, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does amhantraíocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?

Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an amhantraíocht (the speculation), a hamhantraíocht (her speculation), a n-amhantraíocht (their speculation).

Does 'amhantraíocht' mean speculation in the sense of guessing?

No, it means financial or risky speculation. For guessing or conjecture use 'tuairimíocht'.

Speculation in Irish (Amhantraíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage