HeyRuaHow to say “unbelief” in Irish
- Irish:
- neamhchreideamh
- English:
- unbelief
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “NYOW-khrej-uv” /ˈnʲaʊˌxɾʲɛdʲəw/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neamhchreidimh, an neamhchreidimh (e.g. ré an neamhchreidimh, the age of unbelief)
What does “neamhchreideamh” mean?
- unbelief
- The state of not believing, especially not believing in God or a religion.Also: disbelief, lack of faith, atheism, infidelity.
“Neamhchreideamh” with the article
Here is neamhchreideamh after the article (an t-alt).
an neamhchreideamh
the unbelief
No change after an
“Neamhchreideamh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neamhchreideamh, the Irish word for unbelief.
Tá neamhchreideamh ag fás sa tír seo.
Unbelief is growing in this country.
Labhair an sagart faoin neamhchreideamh.
The priest spoke about unbelief.
Is comhartha neamhchreidimh é sin.
That is a sign of unbelief.
Chuir a neamhchreideamh brón ar a mháthair.
His unbelief upset his mother.
Mhair sé i neamhchreideamh ar feadh blianta.
He lived in unbelief for years.
Ní neamhchreideamh é, ach amhras.
It isn't unbelief, it's doubt.
Scríobh sí leabhar faoi stair an neamhchreidimh.
She wrote a book about the history of unbelief.
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Unbelief in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for unbelief?
The Irish for unbelief is neamhchreideamh (pronounced “NYOW-khrej-uv”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce neamhchreideamh in Irish?
Neamhchreideamh is said like “NYOW-khrej-uv” (IPA /ˈnʲaʊˌxɾʲɛdʲəw/).
Does neamhchreideamh have a plural?
No plural form is given for neamhchreideamh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How does neamhchreideamh differ from díchreideamh?
Both mean unbelief; neamhchreideamh is simply the absence of belief, while díchreideamh can suggest loss of faith or disbelief. Aindiachas is the specific word for atheism.
