HeyRuaHow to say “atrium” in Irish
- Irish:
- aitriam
- English:
- atrium
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AT-ree-um” /ˈatʲɾʲiəmˠ/
- Plural:
- aitriamaí (atriums)
- Genitive singular:
- aitriam, an aitriam (e.g. balla an aitriam, the wall of the atrium)
- Genitive plural:
- aitriamaí, na n-aitriamaí (e.g. feidhm na n-aitriamaí, the function of the atria)
What does “aitriam” mean?
“Aitriam” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- atrium
- One of the two upper chambers of the heart that receive blood from the veins.Also: auricle, heart chamber.
1 other meaning:
- 2atrium
- A central open hall or court in a building, often with a glass roof.Also: central hall, court.
“Aitriam” with the article
The plural of atrium in Irish is aitriamaí. Here is aitriam after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Aitriam” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aitriam, the Irish word for atrium.
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Atrium in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for atrium?
The Irish for atrium is aitriam (pronounced “AT-ree-um”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is aitriamaí.
How do you pronounce aitriam in Irish?
Aitriam is said like “AT-ree-um” (IPA /ˈatʲɾʲiəmˠ/).
What is the plural of atrium in Irish?
The plural of aitriam is aitriamaí; with the article, na haitriamaí means “the atriums”. The genitive plural is aitriamaí, as in feidhm na n-aitriamaí (the function of the atria).
Why does aitriam sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-aitriam (the atrium), a haitriam (her atrium), a n-aitriam (their atrium), na haitriamaí (the atriums).
What is the difference between 'aitriam' and 'ceislín'?
The 'aitriam' is an upper chamber of the heart that receives blood, while the 'ceislín' is a lower chamber that pumps it out.
