HeyRuaHow to say “factor” in Irish
- Irish:
- fachtóir
- English:
- factor
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAKH-toh-ir” /ˈfaxtoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- fachtóirí (factors)
- Genitive singular:
- fachtóra, an fhachtóra (e.g. tábhacht an fhachtóra sin, the importance of that factor)
- Genitive plural:
- fachtóirí, na bhfachtóirí (e.g. tábhacht na bhfachtóirí, the importance of the factors)
What does “fachtóir” mean?
“Fachtóir” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- factor
- Something that helps to cause or influence a result or situation.Also: element, influence, cause.
2 other meanings:
- 2factor
- In mathematics, a number that divides exactly into another number.Also: divisor.
- 3factor
- A person who acts as an agent, especially one who manages property or does business for another.Also: agent, steward.
“Fachtóir” with the article
The plural of factor in Irish is fachtóirí. Here is fachtóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fachtóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fachtóir, the Irish word for factor.
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Factor in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for factor?
The Irish for factor is fachtóir (pronounced “FAKH-toh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fachtóirí.
How do you pronounce fachtóir in Irish?
Fachtóir is said like “FAKH-toh-ir” (IPA /ˈfaxtoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of factor in Irish?
The plural of fachtóir is fachtóirí; with the article, na fachtóirí means “the factors”. The genitive plural is fachtóirí, as in tábhacht na bhfachtóirí (the importance of the factors).
Why does fachtóir change to fhachtóir or bhfachtóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fachtóir becomes m'fhachtóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfachtóir (eclipsis).
Is there another Irish word for 'factor' in the sense of a circumstance?
Yes, 'toisc' (plural 'tosca') is often used for circumstances or factors, as in 'tosca eacnamaíocha', economic factors; 'fachtóir' is common in technical and mathematical use.
