HeyRuaHow to say “thrift” in Irish
- Irish:
- tíosaíocht
- English:
- thrift, housekeeping
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “TEE-suh-ee-ukht” /ˈtʲiːsˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- tíosaíochta, na tíosaíochta (e.g. buntáistí na tíosaíochta, the advantages of thrift)
What does “tíosaíocht” mean?
“Tíosaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- thrift
- Careful, economical management of money and household resources so that nothing is wasted.Also: economy, frugality, housekeeping, thriftiness.
1 other meaning: housekeeping
- 2housekeeping
- The running of a household and the management of its expenses.Also: household management, domestic economy.
“Tíosaíocht” with the article
Here is tíosaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Tíosaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tíosaíocht, the Irish word for thrift.
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Thrift in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for thrift?
The Irish for thrift is tíosaíocht (pronounced “TEE-suh-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean housekeeping.
How do you pronounce tíosaíocht in Irish?
Tíosaíocht is said like “TEE-suh-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈtʲiːsˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does tíosaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for tíosaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does tíosaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Tíosaíocht can mean thrift or housekeeping, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does tíosaíocht change to thíosaíocht or dtíosaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tíosaíocht becomes mo thíosaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtíosaíocht (eclipsis).
How do I say someone is thrifty?
Use the adjective tíosach, as in 'Is bean thíosach í', or say 'Tá tíosaíocht aici'.
