Trust in Irish (Iontaoibh): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for trust?

The Irish for trust is iontaoibh (pronounced “oon-TEEV”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean trustworthy person.

Q: Does iontaoibh have more than one meaning?

Yes. Iontaoibh can mean trust or trustworthy person, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “trust” in Irish

Irish:: iontaoibh
English:: trust, trustworthy person
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:: “oon-TEEV” /uːn̪ˠˈt̪ˠiːvʲ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: iontaoibhe, na hiontaoibhe (e.g. easpa na hiontaoibhe, the lack of trust)

What does “iontaoibh” mean?

“Iontaoibh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

trust: Confidence or reliance placed in a person or thing, usually expressed as 'iontaoibh a bheith agat as' someone.Also: confidence, reliance, faith.

1 other meaning: trustworthy person

2trustworthy person: A person who can be relied on or trusted.Also: person to rely on, confidant.

Other Irish words for trust: muinín (trust)

“Iontaoibh” with the article

Here is iontaoibh after the article (an t-alt).

an iontaoibh

the trust

No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an

“Iontaoibh” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using iontaoibh, the Irish word for trust.

Tá iontaoibh agam as mo dheartháir.

I trust my brother.

Níl aon iontaoibh agam as an aimsir inniu.

I don't trust the weather today.

Chaill sí a hiontaoibh sa rialtas.

She lost her trust in the government.

Is fear gan iontaoibh é.

He is an untrustworthy man.

Bhí easpa iontaoibhe eatarthu riamh.

There was always a lack of trust between them.

Ná cuir d'iontaoibh i ndaoine mar sin.

Don't put your trust in people like that.

Cuireann na páistí an-iontaoibh sa mhúinteoir.

The children have great trust in the teacher.

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Trust in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for trust?

The Irish for trust is iontaoibh (pronounced “oon-TEEV”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean trustworthy person.

How do you pronounce iontaoibh in Irish?

Iontaoibh is said like “oon-TEEV” (IPA /uːn̪ˠˈt̪ˠiːvʲ/).

Does iontaoibh have a plural?

No plural form is given for iontaoibh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does iontaoibh have more than one meaning?

Yes. Iontaoibh can mean trust or trustworthy person, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does iontaoibh sometimes have a t or h in front of it?

Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an iontaoibh (the trust), a hiontaoibh (her trust), a n-iontaoibh (their trust).

Which preposition goes with 'iontaoibh'?

Use 'as': 'Tá iontaoibh agam as' means 'I trust him'. You may also hear 'i': 'iontaoibh a chur i nduine'.

What is the difference between 'iontaoibh' and 'muinín'?

Both mean trust or confidence; 'muinín' is more common in everyday speech, while 'iontaoibh' is slightly more formal.

Trust in Irish (Iontaoibh): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage