HeyRuaHow to say “criterion” in Irish
- Irish:
- critéar
- English:
- criterion
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KRIT-ayr” /ˈkʲɾʲɪtʲeːɾ/
- Plural:
- critéir (criteria)
- Genitive singular:
- critéir, an chritéir (e.g. brí an chritéir, the meaning of the criterion)
- Genitive plural:
- critéar, na gcritéar (e.g. liosta na gcritéar, the list of criteria)
What does “critéar” mean?
- criterion
- A standard or rule by which something is judged or decided.Also: standard, benchmark, test.
“Critéar” with the article
The plural of criterion in Irish is critéir. Here is critéar after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Critéar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using critéar, the Irish word for criterion.
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Criterion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for criterion?
The Irish for criterion is critéar (pronounced “KRIT-ayr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is critéir.
How do you pronounce critéar in Irish?
Critéar is said like “KRIT-ayr” (IPA /ˈkʲɾʲɪtʲeːɾ/).
What is the plural of criterion in Irish?
The plural of critéar is critéir; with the article, na critéir means “the criteria”. The genitive plural is critéar, as in liosta na gcritéar (the list of criteria).
Why does critéar change to chritéar or gcritéar?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) critéar becomes mo chritéar (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcritéar (eclipsis).
Is there another Irish way to say 'criterion'?
Yes, 'slat tomhais' (a measuring rod) is often used for a yardstick or standard, while 'critéar' is the formal term.
