HeyRuaHow to say “entropy” in Irish
- Irish:
- eantrópacht
- English:
- entropy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AN-troh-pukht” /ˈantɾoːpəxt/
- Genitive singular:
- eantrópachta, na heantrópachta (e.g. méadú na heantrópachta, the increase in entropy)
What does “eantrópacht” mean?
“Eantrópacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- entropy
- In physics, a measure of the disorder of a system or of the energy in it that is not available to do work.Also: disorder, thermodynamic entropy.
1 other meaning:
- 2entropy
- In information theory, a measure of the uncertainty or information content of a message or source.Also: information entropy, uncertainty.
“Eantrópacht” with the article
Here is eantrópacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Eantrópacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using eantrópacht, the Irish word for entropy.
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Entropy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for entropy?
The Irish for entropy is eantrópacht (pronounced “AN-troh-pukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce eantrópacht in Irish?
Eantrópacht is said like “AN-troh-pukht” (IPA /ˈantɾoːpəxt/).
Does eantrópacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for eantrópacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does eantrópacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an eantrópacht (the entropy), a heantrópacht (her entropy), a n-eantrópacht (their entropy).
Is 'eantrópacht' used outside physics?
Yes, eantrópacht is also used in information theory and, figuratively, for a gradual decline into disorder, just like English 'entropy'.
