Functioning in Irish (Feidhmiúchán): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for functioning?

The Irish for functioning is feidhmiúchán (pronounced “FAY-moo-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean executive function.

Q: Does feidhmiúchán have more than one meaning?

Yes. Feidhmiúchán can mean functioning or executive function, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “functioning” in Irish

Irish:: feidhmiúchán
English:: functioning, executive function
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, first declension
Pronunciation:: “FAY-moo-khawn” /ˈfʲeːmʲuːxaːnˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: feidhmiúcháin, an fheidhmiúcháin (e.g. cumhacht an fheidhmiúcháin, the power of the executive)

What does “feidhmiúchán” mean?

“Feidhmiúchán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

functioning: The act or process of functioning or operating, or of putting something into effect.Also: operation, execution, implementation.

1 other meaning: executive function

2executive function: The executive function of government or an organisation, the power of carrying laws and decisions into effect.Also: executive, administration.

“Feidhmiúchán” with the article

Here is feidhmiúchán after the article (an t-alt).

an feidhmiúchán

the functioning

No change after an

“Feidhmiúchán” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using feidhmiúchán, the Irish word for functioning.

Tá feidhmiúchán an chórais ag dul i bhfeabhas.

The functioning of the system is improving.

Rinneadh athbhreithniú ar fheidhmiúchán na hoifige.

The functioning of the office was reviewed.

Bíonn an feidhmiúchán faoi stiúir an rialtais.

The executive function is under the government's direction.

Tá ról an fheidhmiúcháin leagtha amach sa bhunreacht.

The role of the executive function is set out in the constitution.

Bhí fadhbanna ann le feidhmiúchán an dlí nua.

There were problems with the operation of the new law.

Tá suim mhór aici i bhfeidhmiúchán na hinchinne.

She is very interested in how the brain functions.

Cuireadh tuarascáil faoi fheidhmiúchán an phlean ar fáil.

A report on the implementation of the plan was published.

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Functioning in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for functioning?

The Irish for functioning is feidhmiúchán (pronounced “FAY-moo-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean executive function.

How do you pronounce feidhmiúchán in Irish?

Feidhmiúchán is said like “FAY-moo-khawn” (IPA /ˈfʲeːmʲuːxaːnˠ/).

Does feidhmiúchán have a plural?

No plural form is given for feidhmiúchán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does feidhmiúchán have more than one meaning?

Yes. Feidhmiúchán can mean functioning or executive function, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does feidhmiúchán change to fheidhmiúchán or bhfeidhmiúchán?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) feidhmiúchán becomes m'fheidhmiúchán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfeidhmiúchán (eclipsis).

How does 'feidhmiúchán' differ from 'feidhmiú'?

'Feidhmiú' is the verbal noun of 'feidhmigh', the act of functioning or implementing, while 'feidhmiúchán' is more abstract and formal, often used for the executive function or overall operation of something.

Functioning in Irish (Feidhmiúchán): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage