HeyRuaHow to say “taking turns” in Irish
- Irish:
- sealaíocht
- English:
- taking turns, relay
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SHAL-ee-ukht” /ˈʃalˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- sealaíochta, na sealaíochta (e.g. córas sealaíochta, a rota system)
What does “sealaíocht” mean?
“Sealaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- taking turns
- The practice of doing something in turns, one person or group after another.Also: turn, rotation, alternation, shift work.
1 other meaning: relay
- 2relay
- A relay, as in a race or task passed from one person to the next.Also: relay race.
“Sealaíocht” with the article
Here is sealaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Sealaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sealaíocht, the Irish word for taking turns.
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Taking turns in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for taking turns?
The Irish for taking turns is sealaíocht (pronounced “SHAL-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean relay.
How do you pronounce sealaíocht in Irish?
Sealaíocht is said like “SHAL-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈʃalˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does sealaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for sealaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does sealaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Sealaíocht can mean taking turns or relay, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does sealaíocht change to shealaíocht?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shealaíocht. After ár (our) it stays ár sealaíocht, because s does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between 'sealaíocht' and 'uainíocht'?
Both mean taking turns or rotation; 'uainíocht' is more common in some dialects and in official usage, while 'sealaíocht' is linked to 'seal', a turn or spell.
