HeyRuaHow to say “terrorism” in Irish
- Irish:
- sceimhlitheoireacht
- English:
- terrorism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SHKEV-lih-hor-ukht” /ˈʃcevʲlʲɪhoːɾʲəxt/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- sceimhlitheoireachta, na sceimhlitheoireachta (e.g. cosc na sceimhlitheoireachta, the prevention of terrorism)
What does “sceimhlitheoireacht” mean?
- terrorism
- The use of violence and fear against people, especially civilians, to achieve political aims.Also: terror campaign, terrorist activity.
“Sceimhlitheoireacht” with the article
Here is sceimhlitheoireacht after the article (an t-alt).
an sceimhlitheoireacht
the terrorism
No change after an
“Sceimhlitheoireacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sceimhlitheoireacht, the Irish word for terrorism.
Cáineann an rialtas an sceimhlitheoireacht i ngach cruth.
The government condemns terrorism in every form.
Is coir thromchúiseach í an sceimhlitheoireacht.
Terrorism is a serious crime.
Tá an tír ag troid in aghaidh na sceimhlitheoireachta.
The country is fighting against terrorism.
Cuireadh cúiseamh sceimhlitheoireachta air sa chúirt.
He was charged with terrorism in court.
Ní réiteoidh sceimhlitheoireacht aon fhadhb pholaitiúil.
Terrorism will not solve any political problem.
Bhí sé páirteach sa sceimhlitheoireacht ar feadh blianta.
He was involved in terrorism for years.
Ritheadh dlí nua chun sceimhlitheoireacht a chosc.
A new law was passed to prevent terrorism.
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Terrorism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for terrorism?
The Irish for terrorism is sceimhlitheoireacht (pronounced “SHKEV-lih-hor-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce sceimhlitheoireacht in Irish?
Sceimhlitheoireacht is said like “SHKEV-lih-hor-ukht” (IPA /ˈʃcevʲlʲɪhoːɾʲəxt/).
Does sceimhlitheoireacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for sceimhlitheoireacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How do I say 'terrorist' in Irish?
A terrorist is 'sceimhlitheoir', and terrorism is 'sceimhlitheoireacht'; both come from 'sceimhle', meaning terror.
