HeyRuaHow to say “womanliness” in Irish
- Irish:
- banúlacht
- English:
- womanliness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BAN-oo-lukht” /ˈbˠanˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- banúlachta, na banúlachta (e.g. cáilíocht na banúlachta, the quality of womanliness)
What does “banúlacht” mean?
- womanliness
- The quality of being womanly, gentle and modest in the way traditionally admired in a woman.Also: femininity, modesty, ladylike manner.
“Banúlacht” with the article
Here is banúlacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Banúlacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using banúlacht, the Irish word for womanliness.
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Womanliness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for womanliness?
The Irish for womanliness is banúlacht (pronounced “BAN-oo-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce banúlacht in Irish?
Banúlacht is said like “BAN-oo-lukht” (IPA /ˈbˠanˠuːl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does banúlacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for banúlacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does banúlacht change to bhanúlacht or mbanúlacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) banúlacht becomes mo bhanúlacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbanúlacht (eclipsis).
How does 'banúlacht' differ from 'baineannacht'?
'Banúlacht' means womanliness as an admired quality of character or manner, while 'baineannacht' refers more to femaleness or the feminine as a category. The male counterpart of 'banúlacht' is 'fearúlacht', manliness.
