HeyRuaHow to say “theft” in Irish
- Irish:
- gadaíocht
- English:
- theft
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GAD-ee-ukht” /ˈɡadiːəxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- gadaíochta, na gadaíochta (e.g. cás gadaíochta, a case of theft)
What does “gadaíocht” mean?
- theft
- The act or practice of stealing things that belong to someone else.Also: stealing, thieving, robbery, larceny.
Other Irish words for theft: goid (theft)
“Gadaíocht” with the article
Here is gadaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Gadaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gadaíocht, the Irish word for theft.
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Theft in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for theft?
The Irish for theft is gadaíocht (pronounced “GAD-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce gadaíocht in Irish?
Gadaíocht is said like “GAD-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɡadiːəxt̪/).
Does gadaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for gadaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does gadaíocht change to ghadaíocht or ngadaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gadaíocht becomes mo ghadaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngadaíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between gadaíocht and gadaí?
Gadaíocht is the act of stealing, theft, while gadaí is the person who steals, a thief.
How do you say someone was accused of theft?
Use cuir i leith: Cuireadh gadaíocht ina leith, he was accused of theft.
