HeyRuaHow to say “classification” in Irish
- Irish:
- rangú
- English:
- classification, grading
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- rangaigh, to classify (ag rangú, classifying)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RANG-oo” /ˈɾˠaŋɡuː/
- Genitive singular:
- rangaithe, an rangaithe (e.g. córas rangaithe, classification system)
What does “rangú” mean?
“Rangú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- classification
- The act of arranging things into classes or categories; verbal noun of the verb rangaigh.Also: classifying, categorisation, sorting.
1 other meaning: grading
- 2grading
- The act of ranking or grading things by quality or order, such as in a league or a test.Also: ranking, rating, assortment.
“Rangú” as a verbal noun
After ag, rangú means classifying: it is the verbal noun of the verb rangaigh (to classify). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Rangú” with the article
Here is rangú after the article (an t-alt).
“Rangú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rangú, the Irish word for classification.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Classification in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for classification?
The Irish for classification is rangú (pronounced “RANG-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean grading.
How do you pronounce rangú in Irish?
Rangú is said like “RANG-oo” (IPA /ˈɾˠaŋɡuː/).
Does rangú have a plural?
No plural form is given for rangú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does rangú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Rangú can mean classification or grading, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is rangú related to rang?
Rangú comes from the verb rangaigh, 'to classify', which is built on rang, 'class' or 'rank'. So rang is the class itself and rangú is the act of sorting things into classes.
