HeyRuaHow to say “functioning” in Irish
- Irish:
- feidhmiú
- English:
- functioning, implementation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- feidhmigh, to function (ag feidhmiú, functioning)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAY-voo” /ˈfʲeːvʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- feidhmithe, an fheidhmithe (e.g. le linn an fheidhmithe, during the functioning)
What does “feidhmiú” mean?
“Feidhmiú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- functioning
- The verbal noun of the verb feidhmigh: the act of working, operating or performing a function.Also: operation, working, performance.
1 other meaning: implementation
- 2implementation
- The putting into effect or application of a law, plan, rule or power.Also: application, exercise, enforcement.
“Feidhmiú” as a verbal noun
After ag, feidhmiú means functioning: it is the verbal noun of the verb feidhmigh (to function). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Feidhmiú” with the article
Here is feidhmiú after the article (an t-alt).
“Feidhmiú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using feidhmiú, the Irish word for functioning.
Other nouns in Irish
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Functioning in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for functioning?
The Irish for functioning is feidhmiú (pronounced “FAY-voo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean implementation.
How do you pronounce feidhmiú in Irish?
Feidhmiú is said like “FAY-voo” (IPA /ˈfʲeːvʲuː/).
Does feidhmiú have a plural?
No plural form is given for feidhmiú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does feidhmiú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Feidhmiú can mean functioning or implementation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does feidhmiú change to fheidhmiú or bhfeidhmiú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) feidhmiú becomes m'fheidhmiú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfeidhmiú (eclipsis).
How is feidhmiú different from feidhm?
Feidhm means function or use, as in 'i bhfeidhm' (in force), while feidhmiú is the action of functioning or implementing, as in 'feidhmiú an achta' (the implementation of the act).
