HeyRuaHow to say “ferro-concrete” in Irish
- Irish:
- iarnchoincréit
- English:
- ferro-concrete
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “EE-urn-khing-kraytch” /ˈiəɾˠn̪ˠˌxɪŋkɾʲeːtʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- iarnchoincréite, na hiarnchoincréite (e.g. bloc iarnchoincréite, a block of ferro-concrete)
What does “iarnchoincréit” mean?
- ferro-concrete
- Concrete strengthened with steel or iron bars set inside it, used in building.Also: reinforced concrete, ferroconcrete.
“Iarnchoincréit” with the article
Here is iarnchoincréit after the article (an t-alt).
“Iarnchoincréit” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iarnchoincréit, the Irish word for ferro-concrete.
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Ferro-concrete in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for ferro-concrete?
The Irish for ferro-concrete is iarnchoincréit (pronounced “EE-urn-khing-kraytch”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce iarnchoincréit in Irish?
Iarnchoincréit is said like “EE-urn-khing-kraytch” (IPA /ˈiəɾˠn̪ˠˌxɪŋkɾʲeːtʲ/).
Does iarnchoincréit have a plural?
No plural form is given for iarnchoincréit in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does iarnchoincréit sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an iarnchoincréit (the ferro-concrete), a hiarnchoincréit (her ferro-concrete), a n-iarnchoincréit (their ferro-concrete).
How is 'iarnchoincréit' formed?
It combines 'iarann' (iron) with 'coincréit' (concrete), with lenition of the second element, giving 'iarnchoincréit', reinforced concrete.
