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Connectivity in Irish (Nascacht): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

‘nascacht’ also means: jointure

The Irish for connectivity is nascacht, a feminine noun.
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How to say “connectivity” in Irish

Irish:
nascacht
English:
connectivity, jointure
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine
Pronunciation:
“NAS-kukht”  /ˈn̪ˠasˠkəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
nascachta, na nascachta (e.g. easpa nascachta, lack of connectivity)

What does “nascacht” mean?

“Nascacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

connectivity
The state or quality of being connected or linked, especially of networks, devices or transport systems.Also: connectedness, linkage.
1 other meaning: jointure
2jointure
In older legal usage, a settlement of property made on a wife, binding it to her.Also: marriage settlement.

“Nascacht” with the article

Here is nascacht after the article (an t-alt).

an nascacht
the connectivity
No change after an

“Nascacht” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using nascacht, the Irish word for connectivity.

Tá nascacht an idirlín go dona anseo.
The internet connectivity is bad here.
Ní mór dúinn nascacht a fheabhsú faoin tuath.
We need to improve connectivity in rural areas.
Bíonn fadhbanna nascachta againn san oifig.
We have connectivity problems in the office.
Tá an nascacht leathanbhanda níos fearr sa chathair.
Broadband connectivity is better in the city.
Chaill mé nascacht ar an traein.
I lost connectivity on the train.
Cuireann an droichead nua le nascacht an cheantair.
The new bridge adds to the area's connectivity.
Rinneadh tástáil nascachta ar an ríomhaire.
A connectivity test was done on the computer.

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Connectivity in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for connectivity?

The Irish for connectivity is nascacht (pronounced “NAS-kukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean jointure.

How do you pronounce nascacht in Irish?

Nascacht is said like “NAS-kukht” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠasˠkəxt̪ˠ/).

Does nascacht have a plural?

No plural form is given for nascacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does nascacht have more than one meaning?

Yes. Nascacht can mean connectivity or jointure, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How is 'nascacht' related to 'nasc'?

'Nascacht' is formed from 'nasc' (link, connection) and means the general quality of being connected, whereas 'nasc' is a single link.

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