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impose in Irish

impose in Irish is cuir i bhfeidhm, suigh — impose means to officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

impose in Irish

cuir i bhfeidhm

verb

To apply, enforce, or establish (something, often regarded as burdensome as a restriction or tax: see sense 1.2.1) with authority.

suigh

verb

(printing) To lay (columns or pages of type, or printing plates) arranged in a proper order on the bed of a press or an imposing stone and secure them in a chase in preparation for printing.

What does "impose" mean?

verb To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.
"The council plans to impose a limit on parking in the town center."
verb To force something onto someone unwelcome or without their consent.
"Parents shouldn't impose their own career dreams on their children."
verb (often "impose on/upon") To take unfair advantage of someone's time, kindness, or hospitality.
"She felt she was imposing on her friends by staying for a whole week."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

impose in a sentence

The council plans to impose a limit on parking in the town center.
The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel.
Parents shouldn't impose their own career dreams on their children.
It is unfair to impose extra work on a team that is already stretched.

Similar words in Irish

decree dictate lay

Common Irish translations

the of to and a in I that for you it on

Frequently asked questions

What is "impose" in Irish?

"impose" in Irish is cuir i bhfeidhm, suigh. impose means: To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

How do you use "impose" in a sentence?

Example: "The council plans to impose a limit on parking in the town center." In Irish, "impose" is cuir i bhfeidhm, suigh.

Are there other ways to say "impose" in Irish?

Yes — Irish has 2 translations listed for "impose": cuir i bhfeidhm, suigh.

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