HeyRuaHow to say “unity” in Irish
- Irish:
- aontacht
- English:
- unity, unanimity, union
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AYN-tukht” /ˈeːn̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- aontachta, na haontachta (e.g. neart na haontachta, the strength of unity)
What does “aontacht” mean?
“Aontacht” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- unity
- The state of being one or united, oneness.Also: oneness, union, unison.
2 other meanings: unanimity or union
- 2unanimity
- Complete agreement among a group of people.Also: agreement, consensus.
- 3union
- A political union of states or groups joined together.Also: federation.
“Aontacht” with the article
Here is aontacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Aontacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aontacht, the Irish word for unity.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Unity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for unity?
The Irish for unity is aontacht (pronounced “AYN-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean unanimity or union.
How do you pronounce aontacht in Irish?
Aontacht is said like “AYN-tukht” (IPA /ˈeːn̪ˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does aontacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for aontacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does aontacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Aontacht can mean unity, unanimity or union, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does aontacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aontacht (the unity), a haontacht (her unity), a n-aontacht (their unity).
What is the difference between aontacht and aontas?
Aontacht is mainly the abstract quality of unity or oneness, while aontas is the usual word for an organised union, as in an tAontas Eorpach.
