HeyRuaHow to say “analysis” in Irish
- Irish:
- anailís
- English:
- analysis, psychoanalysis
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AN-uh-leesh” /ˈanˠəlʲiːʃ/
- Genitive singular:
- anailíse, na hanailíse (e.g. torthaí na hanailíse, the results of the analysis)
What does “anailís” mean?
“Anailís” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- analysis
- A detailed examination of something by breaking it into its parts to understand it.Also: examination, breakdown, study.
1 other meaning: psychoanalysis
- 2psychoanalysis
- Treatment of the mind by exploring a person's thoughts and feelings, as in psychoanalysis.Also: analysis, therapy.
“Anailís” with the article
Here is anailís after the article (an t-alt).
“Anailís” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using anailís, the Irish word for analysis.
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Analysis in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for analysis?
The Irish for analysis is anailís (pronounced “AN-uh-leesh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean psychoanalysis.
How do you pronounce anailís in Irish?
Anailís is said like “AN-uh-leesh” (IPA /ˈanˠəlʲiːʃ/).
Does anailís have a plural?
No plural form is given for anailís in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does anailís have more than one meaning?
Yes. Anailís can mean analysis or psychoanalysis, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does anailís sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an anailís (the analysis), a hanailís (her analysis), a n-anailís (their analysis).
How do I say 'to analyse' in Irish?
Use 'anailís a dhéanamh ar' something, e.g. 'anailís a dhéanamh ar na sonraí', or the verb 'anailísigh'.
