HeyRuaHow to say “electrification” in Irish
- Irish:
- leictriú
- English:
- electrification, electrocution
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- leictrigh, to electrify (ag leictriú, electrifying)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LEK-tree-oo” /ˈlʲɛktʲɾʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- leictrithe, an leictrithe (e.g. clár an leictrithe, the electrification programme)
What does “leictriú” mean?
“Leictriú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- electrification
- The act of supplying something, such as a railway or a region, with electric power; verbal noun of the verb leictrigh.Also: electrifying, electrify.
1 other meaning: electrocution
- 2electrocution
- Killing or injuring a person or animal by electric shock.Also: electrocuting, electric shock.
“Leictriú” as a verbal noun
After ag, leictriú means electrifying: it is the verbal noun of the verb leictrigh (to electrify). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Leictriú” with the article
Here is leictriú after the article (an t-alt).
“Leictriú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using leictriú, the Irish word for electrification.
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Electrification in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for electrification?
The Irish for electrification is leictriú (pronounced “LEK-tree-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean electrocution.
How do you pronounce leictriú in Irish?
Leictriú is said like “LEK-tree-oo” (IPA /ˈlʲɛktʲɾʲuː/).
Does leictriú have a plural?
No plural form is given for leictriú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does leictriú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Leictriú can mean electrification or electrocution, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between leictriú and leictreachas?
Leictreachas is electricity itself, while leictriú is the process of electrifying something, or electrocution.
