HeyRuaHow to say “adsorption” in Irish
- Irish:
- asú
- English:
- adsorption, aspiration
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AS-oo” /ˈasˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- asú, an asú (e.g. próiseas an asú, the process of adsorption)
What does “asú” mean?
“Asú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- adsorption
- The verbal noun of asúigh: the process by which a substance gathers as a thin layer on the surface of another substance.Also: adsorbing.
1 other meaning: aspiration
- 2aspiration
- The drawing off of fluid from the body, for example by suction.Also: suction, withdrawal of fluid.
“Asú” with the article
Here is asú after the article (an t-alt).
“Asú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using asú, the Irish word for adsorption.
Other nouns in Irish
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Adsorption in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for adsorption?
The Irish for adsorption is asú (pronounced “AS-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean aspiration.
How do you pronounce asú in Irish?
Asú is said like “AS-oo” (IPA /ˈasˠuː/).
Does asú have a plural?
No plural form is given for asú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does asú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Asú can mean adsorption or aspiration, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does asú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-asú (the adsorption), a hasú (her adsorption), a n-asú (their adsorption).
What is the difference between asú and ionsú?
Asú is adsorption, where a substance collects on a surface, while ionsú is absorption, where it is taken in throughout.
