HeyRuaHow to say “harmonization” in Irish
- Irish:
- armónú
- English:
- harmonization, harmonizing
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- armónaigh, to harmonize (ag armónú, harmonizing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AR-uh-moe-noo” /ˈaɾˠəmˠoːnˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- armónaithe, an armónaithe (e.g. próiseas an armónaithe, the process of harmonization)
What does “armónú” mean?
“Armónú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- harmonization
- The act of bringing things into agreement or making them consistent; verbal noun of the verb armónaigh.Also: harmonisation, harmonizing, standardization.
1 other meaning: harmonizing
- 2harmonizing
- In music, the act of adding harmony to a melody; verbal noun of armónaigh.Also: harmonization, arranging harmony.
“Armónú” as a verbal noun
After ag, armónú means harmonizing: it is the verbal noun of the verb armónaigh (to harmonize). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Armónú” with the article
Here is armónú after the article (an t-alt).
“Armónú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using armónú, the Irish word for harmonization.
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Harmonization in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for harmonization?
The Irish for harmonization is armónú (pronounced “AR-uh-moe-noo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean harmonizing.
How do you pronounce armónú in Irish?
Armónú is said like “AR-uh-moe-noo” (IPA /ˈaɾˠəmˠoːnˠuː/).
Does armónú have a plural?
No plural form is given for armónú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does armónú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Armónú can mean harmonization or harmonizing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does armónú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-armónú (the harmonization), a harmónú (her harmonization), a n-armónú (their harmonization).
Is 'armónú' the only Irish word for harmonization?
No, in EU and legal texts 'comhchuibhiú' is very often used for harmonization, while 'armónú' is also found, especially in music.
