HeyRuaHow to say “chlorination” in Irish
- Irish:
- clóiríniú
- English:
- chlorination
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- clóirínigh, to chlorinate (ag clóiríniú, chlorinating)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KLOH-ree-nyoo” /ˈkl̪ˠoːɾʲiːnʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- clóirínithe, an chlóirínithe (e.g. próiseas an chlóirínithe, the chlorination process)
What does “clóiríniú” mean?
- chlorination
- The treatment of water or another substance with chlorine, for example to kill germs; it is the verbal noun of the verb clóirínigh.Also: chlorinating, treating with chlorine, water chlorination.
“Clóiríniú” as a verbal noun
After ag, clóiríniú means chlorinating: it is the verbal noun of the verb clóirínigh (to chlorinate). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Clóiríniú” with the article
Here is clóiríniú after the article (an t-alt).
“Clóiríniú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clóiríniú, the Irish word for chlorination.
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Chlorination in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for chlorination?
The Irish for chlorination is clóiríniú (pronounced “KLOH-ree-nyoo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce clóiríniú in Irish?
Clóiríniú is said like “KLOH-ree-nyoo” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠoːɾʲiːnʲuː/).
Does clóiríniú have a plural?
No plural form is given for clóiríniú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does clóiríniú change to chlóiríniú or gclóiríniú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clóiríniú becomes mo chlóiríniú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclóiríniú (eclipsis).
How do I say 'to chlorinate' in Irish?
The verb is clóirínigh, for example 'Clóirínigh an t-uisce' means 'chlorinate the water'; clóiríniú is its verbal noun.
