HeyRuaHow to say “accuracy” in Irish
- Irish:
- cruinneas
- English:
- accuracy, thoroughness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KRIN-yuss” /ˈkɾˠɪn̠ʲəsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- cruinnis, an chruinnis (e.g. leibhéal an chruinnis, the level of accuracy)
What does “cruinneas” mean?
“Cruinneas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- accuracy
- The quality of being exact and correct, without mistakes.Also: precision, exactness, correctness.
1 other meaning: thoroughness
- 2thoroughness
- Care and rigour in doing something properly and completely.Also: rigour, carefulness.
“Cruinneas” with the article
Here is cruinneas after the article (an t-alt).
“Cruinneas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cruinneas, the Irish word for accuracy.
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Accuracy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for accuracy?
The Irish for accuracy is cruinneas (pronounced “KRIN-yuss”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean thoroughness.
How do you pronounce cruinneas in Irish?
Cruinneas is said like “KRIN-yuss” (IPA /ˈkɾˠɪn̠ʲəsˠ/).
Does cruinneas have a plural?
No plural form is given for cruinneas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cruinneas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cruinneas can mean accuracy or thoroughness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cruinneas change to chruinneas or gcruinneas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cruinneas becomes mo chruinneas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcruinneas (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'cruinneas' and 'beachtas'?
Both mean accuracy or precision; 'cruinneas' is the more general everyday word, while 'beachtas' stresses strict exactness, often in technical contexts.
