Wording in Irish (Foclaíocht): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for wording?

The Irish for wording is foclaíocht (pronounced “FUK-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean wordiness.

Q: Does foclaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Foclaíocht can mean wording or wordiness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “wording” in Irish

Irish:: foclaíocht
English:: wording, wordiness
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine
Pronunciation:: “FUK-lee-ukht” /ˈfˠɔkˠliːəxt̪ˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: foclaíochta, na foclaíochta (e.g. athrú na foclaíochta, the change in wording)

What does “foclaíocht” mean?

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

wording: The choice and arrangement of words used to express something.Also: phrasing, phraseology, verbiage.

1 other meaning: wordiness

2wordiness: The use of too many words; verbose or garrulous talk.Also: verbosity, garrulity, verbiage.

Other Irish words for wording: téacs (text)

“Foclaíocht” with the article

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

an fhoclaíocht

the wording

Lenition: f becomes fh after an (feminine noun)

“Foclaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using foclaíocht, the Irish word for wording.

Ní maith liom foclaíocht na habairte sin.

I don't like the wording of that sentence.

Tá an fhoclaíocht beagán doiléir anseo.

The wording is a bit unclear here.

Athraigh an fhoclaíocht más gá.

Change the wording if necessary.

Bhí an iomarca foclaíochta san óráid.

There was too much verbiage in the speech.

Tá botún san fhoclaíocht ar an bhfógra.

There's a mistake in the wording on the notice.

Phléigh siad ceist na foclaíochta go fada.

They discussed the question of the wording at length.

Is cuma liom faoin bhfoclaíocht, is í an bhrí atá tábhachtach.

I don't mind about the wording, it's the meaning that matters.

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Wording in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for wording?

The Irish for wording is foclaíocht (pronounced “FUK-lee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean wordiness.

How do you pronounce foclaíocht in Irish?

Foclaíocht is said like “FUK-lee-ukht” (IPA /ˈfˠɔkˠliːəxt̪ˠ/).

Does foclaíocht have a plural?

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

Does foclaíocht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Foclaíocht can mean wording or wordiness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does foclaíocht change to fhoclaíocht or bhfoclaíocht?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) foclaíocht becomes m'fhoclaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfoclaíocht (eclipsis).

What is the difference between 'foclaíocht' and 'foclóir'?

'Foclaíocht' means wording or verbiage, while 'foclóir' is a dictionary or vocabulary.

Wording in Irish (Foclaíocht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage