HeyRuaHow to say “face value” in Irish
- Irish:
- aghaidhluach
- English:
- face value
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AY-loo-ukh” /ˈəiˌl̪ˠuəx/
- Genitive singular:
- aghaidhluacha, an aghaidhluacha (e.g. ráta an aghaidhluacha, the face value rate)
What does “aghaidhluach” mean?
- face value
- The value printed or stated on a coin, banknote, stamp, share or bond, as opposed to its market value.Also: nominal value, par value, denomination.
“Aghaidhluach” with the article
Here is aghaidhluach after the article (an t-alt).
“Aghaidhluach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aghaidhluach, the Irish word for face value.
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Face value in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for face value?
The Irish for face value is aghaidhluach (pronounced “AY-loo-ukh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce aghaidhluach in Irish?
Aghaidhluach is said like “AY-loo-ukh” (IPA /ˈəiˌl̪ˠuəx/).
Does aghaidhluach have a plural?
No plural form is given for aghaidhluach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does aghaidhluach sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-aghaidhluach (the face value), a haghaidhluach (her face value), a n-aghaidhluach (their face value).
Can 'aghaidhluach' be used for taking something 'at face value' in the figurative sense?
'Aghaidhluach' is a financial term for the stated value of money or securities; for accepting something without question you would rather say 'glacadh le rud mar atá sé'.
