HeyRuaHow to say “genetics” in Irish
- Irish:
- géinitic
- English:
- genetics, genetic makeup
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GAY-nyi-tik” /ˈɟeːnʲɪtʲɪc/
- Genitive singular:
- géinitice, na géinitice (e.g. staidéar na géinitice, the study of genetics)
What does “géinitic” mean?
“Géinitic” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- genetics
- The science that studies genes and how characteristics are passed from parents to offspring.Also: genetic science, heredity.
1 other meaning: genetic makeup
- 2genetic makeup
- The particular set of genes of an individual or species.Also: genetics, genes.
“Géinitic” with the article
Here is géinitic after the article (an t-alt).
“Géinitic” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using géinitic, the Irish word for genetics.
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Genetics in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for genetics?
The Irish for genetics is géinitic (pronounced “GAY-nyi-tik”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean genetic makeup.
How do you pronounce géinitic in Irish?
Géinitic is said like “GAY-nyi-tik” (IPA /ˈɟeːnʲɪtʲɪc/).
Does géinitic have a plural?
No plural form is given for géinitic in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does géinitic have more than one meaning?
Yes. Géinitic can mean genetics or genetic makeup, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does géinitic change to ghéinitic or ngéinitic?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) géinitic becomes mo ghéinitic (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngéinitic (eclipsis).
What is the Irish for 'gene'?
A single gene is 'géin', while the science of genes is 'géinitic'.
How do I say 'genetic' as an adjective?
Use 'géiniteach', as in 'galar géiniteach' for a genetic disease.
