HeyRuaHow to say “stalking” in Irish
- Irish:
- stalcaireacht
- English:
- stalking, sulkiness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “STAL-kuh-rukht” /ˈst̪ˠalˠkəɾʲəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- stalcaireachta, na stalcaireachta (e.g. cás stalcaireachta, a stalking case)
What does “stalcaireacht” mean?
“Stalcaireacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- stalking
- The act of secretly following or watching someone, or of creeping up on game, as a hunter does.Also: stalk, creeping, lurking.
1 other meaning: sulkiness
- 2sulkiness
- Stubborn, sulky behaviour or standing about in a stiff, idle way.Also: stubbornness, idling.
“Stalcaireacht” with the article
Here is stalcaireacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Stalcaireacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using stalcaireacht, the Irish word for stalking.
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Stalking in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for stalking?
The Irish for stalking is stalcaireacht (pronounced “STAL-kuh-rukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean sulkiness.
How do you pronounce stalcaireacht in Irish?
Stalcaireacht is said like “STAL-kuh-rukht” (IPA /ˈst̪ˠalˠkəɾʲəxt̪ˠ/).
Does stalcaireacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for stalcaireacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does stalcaireacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Stalcaireacht can mean stalking or sulkiness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is a stalker called in Irish?
A stalker is 'stalcaire', and the activity is 'stalcaireacht'. 'Stalcaire' can also mean a stubborn or sulky person.
