HeyRuaHow to say “assimilation” in Irish
- Irish:
- comhshamhlú
- English:
- assimilation, comparison
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- comhshamhlaigh, to assimilate (ag comhshamhlú, assimilating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-how-loo” /ˈkoːˌhəuluː/
- Genitive singular:
- comhshamhlaithe, an chomhshamhlaithe (e.g. próiseas an chomhshamhlaithe, the process of assimilation)
What does “comhshamhlú” mean?
“Comhshamhlú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- assimilation
- The process of absorbing something or someone so that it becomes similar or part of a larger whole; it is the verbal noun of the verb comhshamhlaigh.Also: assimilating, absorption.
1 other meaning: comparison
- 2comparison
- The act of likening one thing to another or treating them as alike.Also: likening, equating.
“Comhshamhlú” as a verbal noun
After ag, comhshamhlú means assimilating: it is the verbal noun of the verb comhshamhlaigh (to assimilate). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Comhshamhlú” with the article
Here is comhshamhlú after the article (an t-alt).
“Comhshamhlú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using comhshamhlú, the Irish word for assimilation.
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Assimilation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for assimilation?
The Irish for assimilation is comhshamhlú (pronounced “KOH-how-loo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean comparison.
How do you pronounce comhshamhlú in Irish?
Comhshamhlú is said like “KOH-how-loo” (IPA /ˈkoːˌhəuluː/).
Does comhshamhlú have a plural?
No plural form is given for comhshamhlú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does comhshamhlú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Comhshamhlú can mean assimilation or comparison, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does comhshamhlú change to chomhshamhlú or gcomhshamhlú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) comhshamhlú becomes mo chomhshamhlú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcomhshamhlú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between comhshamhlú and comhtháthú?
Comhshamhlú is assimilation, where a group or thing is absorbed and becomes like the majority, while comhtháthú is integration, where parts are joined together but keep their identity.
