HeyRuaHow to say “voting” in Irish
- Irish:
- vótaíocht
- English:
- voting, poll
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “VOH-tee-ukht” /ˈvˠoːt̪ˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- vótaíochta, na vótaíochta (e.g. lá na vótaíochta, polling day)
What does “vótaíocht” mean?
“Vótaíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- voting
- The act or process of casting votes, as in an election or referendum.Also: polling, poll, ballot.
1 other meaning: poll
- 2poll
- The votes cast in an election, or the turnout of voters.Also: vote, turnout.
Other Irish words for voting: vótáil (voting)
“Vótaíocht” with the article
Here is vótaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Vótaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using vótaíocht, the Irish word for voting.
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Voting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for voting?
The Irish for voting is vótaíocht (pronounced “VOH-tee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean poll.
How do you pronounce vótaíocht in Irish?
Vótaíocht is said like “VOH-tee-ukht” (IPA /ˈvˠoːt̪ˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
Does vótaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for vótaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does vótaíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Vótaíocht can mean voting or poll, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'vóta' and 'vótaíocht'?
'Vóta' is a single vote, while 'vótaíocht' is the process of voting or the poll as a whole.
Does 'vótaíocht' mean an opinion poll?
No, an opinion poll is usually 'pobalbhreith'; 'vótaíocht' refers to actual voting.
