HeyRuaHow to say “configuration” in Irish
- Irish:
- cumraíocht
- English:
- configuration, shape
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOOM-ree-ukht” /ˈkʊmˠɾˠiːəxt̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- cumraíochtaí (configurations)
- Genitive singular:
- cumraíochta, na cumraíochta (e.g. socruithe na cumraíochta, the configuration settings)
- Genitive plural:
- cumraíochtaí, na gcumraíochtaí (e.g. comparáid na gcumraíochtaí, the comparison of the configurations)
What does “cumraíocht” mean?
“Cumraíocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- configuration
- The way the parts of something, especially a computer system or device, are arranged or set up.Also: setup, settings, arrangement.
1 other meaning: shape
- 2shape
- The form, outline or structure of something.Also: form, formation, structure.
“Cumraíocht” with the article
The plural of configuration in Irish is cumraíochtaí. Here is cumraíocht after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cumraíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cumraíocht, the Irish word for configuration.
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Configuration in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for configuration?
The Irish for configuration is cumraíocht (pronounced “KOOM-ree-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is cumraíochtaí. Depending on context it can also mean shape.
How do you pronounce cumraíocht in Irish?
Cumraíocht is said like “KOOM-ree-ukht” (IPA /ˈkʊmˠɾˠiːəxt̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of configuration in Irish?
The plural of cumraíocht is cumraíochtaí; with the article, na cumraíochtaí means “the configurations”. The genitive plural is cumraíochtaí, as in comparáid na gcumraíochtaí (the comparison of the configurations).
Does cumraíocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cumraíocht can mean configuration or shape, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cumraíocht change to chumraíocht or gcumraíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cumraíocht becomes mo chumraíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcumraíocht (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'cumraíocht' and 'socruithe'?
'Cumraíocht' is the overall configuration of a system, while 'socruithe' (plural of 'socrú') means the individual settings you adjust, as in 'socruithe an fhóin'.
