HeyRuaHow to say “spiritedness” in Irish
- Irish:
- aigeantacht
- English:
- spiritedness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AG-uhn-tukht” /ˈaɡʲənˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- aigeantachta, na haigeantachta (e.g. lán aigeantachta, full of spirit)
What does “aigeantacht” mean?
- spiritedness
- A lively, cheerful and high-spirited nature or mood.Also: cheerfulness, liveliness, high spirits, sprightliness.
“Aigeantacht” with the article
Here is aigeantacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Aigeantacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aigeantacht, the Irish word for spiritedness.
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Spiritedness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for spiritedness?
The Irish for spiritedness is aigeantacht (pronounced “AG-uhn-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce aigeantacht in Irish?
Aigeantacht is said like “AG-uhn-tukht” (IPA /ˈaɡʲənˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does aigeantacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for aigeantacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does aigeantacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aigeantacht (the spiritedness), a haigeantacht (her spiritedness), a n-aigeantacht (their spiritedness).
How is 'aigeantacht' related to 'aigeanta'?
'Aigeantacht' is the abstract noun from the adjective 'aigeanta', meaning spirited or cheerful, as in 'duine aigeanta', a lively person.
Is 'aigeantacht' connected to 'aigéan' (ocean)?
No, it comes from 'aigne' (mind, disposition), not from 'aigéan'.
