HeyRuaHow to say “equilibrium” in Irish
- Irish:
- cóimheáchan
- English:
- equilibrium, counterpoise
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-vyaw-khun” /ˈkoːvʲaːxən/
- Plural:
- cóimheáchain (equilibriums)
- Genitive singular:
- cóimheáchain, an chóimheáchain (e.g. staid cóimheáchain, state of equilibrium)
- Genitive plural:
- cóimheáchan, na gcóimheáchan (e.g. staideanna na gcóimheáchan, the states of equilibria)
What does “cóimheáchan” mean?
“Cóimheáchan” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- equilibrium
- A state of balance in which opposing forces or weights are equal.Also: balance, equipoise, counterbalance.
1 other meaning: counterpoise
- 2counterpoise
- A weight or force that balances another one.Also: counterweight, balancing weight.
Other Irish words for equilibrium: cothromaíocht (balance)
“Cóimheáchan” with the article
The plural of equilibrium in Irish is cóimheáchain. Here is cóimheáchan after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cóimheáchan” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cóimheáchan, the Irish word for equilibrium.
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Equilibrium in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for equilibrium?
The Irish for equilibrium is cóimheáchan (pronounced “KOH-vyaw-khun”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cóimheáchain. Depending on context it can also mean counterpoise.
How do you pronounce cóimheáchan in Irish?
Cóimheáchan is said like “KOH-vyaw-khun” (IPA /ˈkoːvʲaːxən/).
What is the plural of equilibrium in Irish?
The plural of cóimheáchan is cóimheáchain; with the article, na cóimheáchain means “the equilibriums”. The genitive plural is cóimheáchan, as in staideanna na gcóimheáchan (the states of equilibria).
Does cóimheáchan have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cóimheáchan can mean equilibrium or counterpoise, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cóimheáchan change to chóimheáchan or gcóimheáchan?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cóimheáchan becomes mo chóimheáchan (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcóimheáchan (eclipsis).
How is cóimheáchan different from cothromaíocht?
Cothromaíocht is the everyday word for balance or fairness, while cóimheáchan is more technical, used for equilibrium of weights or forces.
