HeyRuaHow to say “geometry” in Irish
- Irish:
- céimseata
- English:
- geometry
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fifth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KAYM-shat-uh” /ˈkeːmʲʃət̪ˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- céimseatan, na céimseatan (e.g. leabhar céimseatan, geometry book)
What does “céimseata” mean?
- geometry
- The branch of mathematics that studies points, lines, angles, shapes and space.Also: geometrical shapes, plane geometry.
Other Irish words for geometry: geoiméadracht (geometry)
“Céimseata” with the article
Here is céimseata after the article (an t-alt).
“Céimseata” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using céimseata, the Irish word for geometry.
Other nouns in Irish
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Geometry in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for geometry?
The Irish for geometry is céimseata (pronounced “KAYM-shat-uh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce céimseata in Irish?
Céimseata is said like “KAYM-shat-uh” (IPA /ˈkeːmʲʃət̪ˠə/).
Does céimseata have a plural?
No plural form is given for céimseata in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does céimseata change to chéimseata or gcéimseata?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) céimseata becomes mo chéimseata (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcéimseata (eclipsis).
How do I say 'geometry teacher' or 'geometry class' in Irish?
Use the genitive céimseatan after the noun: múinteoir céimseatan (geometry teacher), rang céimseatan (geometry class).
