HeyRuaHow to say “biometrics” in Irish
- Irish:
- bithmhéadracht
- English:
- biometrics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “BIH-vyay-druhkh-tuh” /ˈbʲɪhˌvʲeːd̪ˠɾˠəxt̪ˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- bithmhéadrachta, na bithmhéadrachta (e.g. teicneolaíocht na bithmhéadrachta, biometrics technology)
What does “bithmhéadracht” mean?
- biometrics
- The measurement and statistical analysis of biological data, especially physical features such as fingerprints or faces used to identify people.Also: biometry, biometric identification.
“Bithmhéadracht” with the article
Here is bithmhéadracht after the article (an t-alt).
“Bithmhéadracht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bithmhéadracht, the Irish word for biometrics.
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Biometrics in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for biometrics?
The Irish for biometrics is bithmhéadracht (pronounced “BIH-vyay-druhkh-tuh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce bithmhéadracht in Irish?
Bithmhéadracht is said like “BIH-vyay-druhkh-tuh” (IPA /ˈbʲɪhˌvʲeːd̪ˠɾˠəxt̪ˠə/).
Does bithmhéadracht have a plural?
No plural form is given for bithmhéadracht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does bithmhéadracht change to bhithmhéadracht or mbithmhéadracht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bithmhéadracht becomes mo bhithmhéadracht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbithmhéadracht (eclipsis).
How do I say 'biometric' as an adjective in Irish?
Use the genitive bithmhéadrachta after the noun, as in sonraí bithmhéadrachta, 'biometric data'.
