HeyRuaHow to say “element” in Irish
- Irish:
- eilimint
- English:
- element, chemical element, heating element
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “EL-ih-mint” /ˈɛlʲɪmʲɪnʲtʲ/
- Plural:
- eilimintí (elements)
- Genitive singular:
- eiliminte, na heiliminte (e.g. siombail na heiliminte, the symbol of the element)
- Genitive plural:
- eilimintí, na n-eilimintí (e.g. liosta na n-eilimintí, the list of elements)
What does “eilimint” mean?
“Eilimint” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- element
- A basic part or component of something, such as a factor in a situation or a part of a whole.Also: component, factor, part.
2 other meanings: chemical element or heating element
- 2chemical element
- A substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means, such as oxygen or iron.Also: element, substance.
- 3heating element
- The part of an electric appliance, such as a kettle or cooker, that heats up.Also: element, coil.
Other Irish words for element: fachtóir (factor)
“Eilimint” with the article
The plural of element in Irish is eilimintí. Here is eilimint after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Eilimint” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using eilimint, the Irish word for element.
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Element in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for element?
The Irish for element is eilimint (pronounced “EL-ih-mint”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is eilimintí. Depending on context it can also mean chemical element or heating element.
How do you pronounce eilimint in Irish?
Eilimint is said like “EL-ih-mint” (IPA /ˈɛlʲɪmʲɪnʲtʲ/).
What is the plural of element in Irish?
The plural of eilimint is eilimintí; with the article, na heilimintí means “the elements”. The genitive plural is eilimintí, as in liosta na n-eilimintí (the list of elements).
Does eilimint have more than one meaning?
Yes. Eilimint can mean element, chemical element or heating element, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does eilimint sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an eilimint (the element), a heilimint (her element), a n-eilimint (their element), na heilimintí (the elements).
What is the difference between 'eilimint' and 'dúil'?
Both can mean a chemical element; 'dúil' is the traditional Irish word, also meaning 'creature' or 'desire', while 'eilimint' is the usual modern scientific and general term.
How do I say 'an element of' something?
Use 'eilimint de' followed by the noun, for example 'eilimint den fhírinne' for 'an element of truth'.
