HeyRuaHow to say “fitting” in Irish
- Irish:
- feistiúchán
- English:
- fitting, fittings
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FESH-too-khawn” /ˈfʲɛʃtʲuːxaːn/
- Genitive singular:
- feistiúcháin, an fheistiúcháin (e.g. obair an fheistiúcháin, the fitting-out work)
What does “feistiúchán” mean?
“Feistiúchán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fitting
- The act of fitting out or equipping something, such as a ship or a building; verbal noun sense related to the verb 'feistigh'.Also: fitting out, equipping, fitment.
1 other meaning: fittings
- 2fittings
- The fixtures, equipment or furnishings with which something is fitted out.Also: fixtures, equipment, outfit.
Other Irish words for fitting: feistiú (fitting)
“Feistiúchán” with the article
Here is feistiúchán after the article (an t-alt).
“Feistiúchán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using feistiúchán, the Irish word for fitting.
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Fitting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fitting?
The Irish for fitting is feistiúchán (pronounced “FESH-too-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fittings.
How do you pronounce feistiúchán in Irish?
Feistiúchán is said like “FESH-too-khawn” (IPA /ˈfʲɛʃtʲuːxaːn/).
Does feistiúchán have a plural?
No plural form is given for feistiúchán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does feistiúchán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Feistiúchán can mean fitting or fittings, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does feistiúchán change to fheistiúchán or bhfeistiúchán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) feistiúchán becomes m'fheistiúchán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfeistiúchán (eclipsis).
How does 'feistiúchán' differ from 'feisteas'?
'Feisteas' usually means outfit, equipment or furnishings in general, while 'feistiúchán' focuses on the fitting out or the fittings installed.
