HeyRuaHow to say “botany” in Irish
- Irish:
- luibheolaíocht
- English:
- botany
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LIV-oh-lee-okht” /ˈlʲɪvʲoːliːəxt̪/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- luibheolaíochta, na luibheolaíochta (e.g. léachtóir luibheolaíochta, botany lecturer)
What does “luibheolaíocht” mean?
- botany
- The scientific study of plants.Also: plant science, study of plants.
“Luibheolaíocht” with the article
Here is luibheolaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
an luibheolaíocht
the botany
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“Luibheolaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luibheolaíocht, the Irish word for botany.
Tá suim mhór agam sa luibheolaíocht.
I have a great interest in botany.
Is ábhar suimiúil í an luibheolaíocht.
Botany is an interesting subject.
Rinne sí céim sa luibheolaíocht san ollscoil.
She did a degree in botany at university.
Cheannaigh mé leabhar luibheolaíochta inné.
I bought a botany book yesterday.
Bíonn ranganna luibheolaíochta ar siúl gach Máirt.
Botany classes are held every Tuesday.
Staidéar ar phlandaí is ea luibheolaíocht.
Botany is the study of plants.
Tá roinn luibheolaíochta nua sa choláiste.
There is a new botany department in the college.
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Botany in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for botany?
The Irish for botany is luibheolaíocht (pronounced “LIV-oh-lee-okht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce luibheolaíocht in Irish?
Luibheolaíocht is said like “LIV-oh-lee-okht” (IPA /ˈlʲɪvʲoːliːəxt̪/).
Does luibheolaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for luibheolaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'luibheolaíocht' formed?
It combines 'luibh' (herb, plant) with 'eolaíocht' (science), like 'bitheolaíocht' (biology). A botanist is a 'luibheolaí'.
