HeyRuaHow to say “ergonomics” in Irish
- Irish:
- eirgeanamaíocht
- English:
- ergonomics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “ER-ig-an-uh-mee-ukht” /ˈɛɾʲəgʲənˠəmˠiːxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- eirgeanamaíochta, na heirgeanamaíochta (e.g. prionsabail na heirgeanamaíochta, the principles of ergonomics)
What does “eirgeanamaíocht” mean?
- ergonomics
- The study of how to design workplaces, equipment and furniture so that people can use them comfortably, safely and efficiently.Also: ergonomic design, workplace design, human factors.
“Eirgeanamaíocht” with the article
Here is eirgeanamaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
an eirgeanamaíocht
the ergonomics
No change: feminine nouns starting with a vowel keep their form after an
“Eirgeanamaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using eirgeanamaíocht, the Irish word for ergonomics.
Is eolaíocht thábhachtach í an eirgeanamaíocht.
Ergonomics is an important science.
Rinne sí staidéar ar eirgeanamaíocht san ollscoil.
She studied ergonomics at university.
Tá saineolaí eirgeanamaíochta ag obair sa chomhlacht.
An ergonomics expert works in the company.
Cuireann eirgeanamaíocht mhaith cosc ar phian droma.
Good ergonomics prevents back pain.
Dearadh an chathaoir seo de réir na heirgeanamaíochta.
This chair was designed according to ergonomics.
Bhí cúrsa gearr ar eirgeanamaíocht againn inné.
We had a short course on ergonomics yesterday.
Tá suim mhór agam san eirgeanamaíocht.
I have a great interest in ergonomics.
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Ergonomics in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ergonomics?
The Irish for ergonomics is eirgeanamaíocht (pronounced “ER-ig-an-uh-mee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce eirgeanamaíocht in Irish?
Eirgeanamaíocht is said like “ER-ig-an-uh-mee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɛɾʲəgʲənˠəmˠiːxt̪ˠ/).
Does eirgeanamaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for eirgeanamaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does eirgeanamaíocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an eirgeanamaíocht (the ergonomics), a heirgeanamaíocht (her ergonomics), a n-eirgeanamaíocht (their ergonomics).
How do I say 'ergonomic' as an adjective in Irish?
The adjective is 'eirgeanamaíoch', for example 'cathaoir eirgeanamaíoch' for an ergonomic chair.
