HeyRuaHow to say “asymmetry” in Irish
- Irish:
- neamhshiméadracht
- English:
- asymmetry
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NYAV-hih-mayd-rukht” /ˈnʲavˌhɪmʲeːd̪ˠɾˠəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neamhshiméadrachta, na neamhshiméadrachta (e.g. leibhéal na neamhshiméadrachta, the level of asymmetry)
What does “neamhshiméadracht” mean?
- asymmetry
- The quality of not being symmetrical, where the two sides or parts of something do not match.Also: lack of symmetry, unevenness, imbalance.
“Neamhshiméadracht” with the article
Here is neamhshiméadracht after the article (an t-alt).
an neamhshiméadracht
the asymmetry
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“Neamhshiméadracht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neamhshiméadracht, the Irish word for asymmetry.
Tá neamhshiméadracht shoiléir san aghaidh sin.
There is clear asymmetry in that face.
Thug an dochtúir faoi deara an neamhshiméadracht.
The doctor noticed the asymmetry.
Is cúis imní í an neamhshiméadracht sa droim.
The asymmetry in the back is a cause for concern.
Rinne sé staidéar ar chúis na neamhshiméadrachta.
He studied the cause of the asymmetry.
Is maith leis an ealaíontóir neamhshiméadracht ina cuid oibre.
The artist likes asymmetry in her work.
Níl aon neamhshiméadracht sa dearadh seo.
There is no asymmetry in this design.
Tomhaiseann an fisiceoir méid na neamhshiméadrachta.
The physicist measures the amount of asymmetry.
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Asymmetry in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for asymmetry?
The Irish for asymmetry is neamhshiméadracht (pronounced “NYAV-hih-mayd-rukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce neamhshiméadracht in Irish?
Neamhshiméadracht is said like “NYAV-hih-mayd-rukht” (IPA /ˈnʲavˌhɪmʲeːd̪ˠɾˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does neamhshiméadracht have a plural?
No plural form is given for neamhshiméadracht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the opposite of neamhshiméadracht?
The opposite is siméadracht, 'symmetry'; the prefix neamh- simply negates it, and lenites the s to give neamhshiméadracht.
