HeyRuaHow to say “higher mathematics” in Irish
- Irish:
- ardmhatamaitic
- English:
- higher mathematics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AWRD-vat-uh-mat-ik” /ˈɑːɾˠdˠˌwatˠəmˠatʲɪc/
- Genitive singular:
- ardmhatamaitice, na hardmhatamaitice (e.g. cúrsa ardmhatamaitice, a course in higher mathematics)
What does “ardmhatamaitic” mean?
- higher mathematics
- Advanced mathematics, beyond the basic level, as studied at university or at higher level in school.Also: advanced mathematics, higher maths, advanced maths.
“Ardmhatamaitic” with the article
Here is ardmhatamaitic after the article (an t-alt).
“Ardmhatamaitic” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ardmhatamaitic, the Irish word for higher mathematics.
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Higher mathematics in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for higher mathematics?
The Irish for higher mathematics is ardmhatamaitic (pronounced “AWRD-vat-uh-mat-ik”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce ardmhatamaitic in Irish?
Ardmhatamaitic is said like “AWRD-vat-uh-mat-ik” (IPA /ˈɑːɾˠdˠˌwatˠəmˠatʲɪc/).
Does ardmhatamaitic have a plural?
No plural form is given for ardmhatamaitic in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does ardmhatamaitic sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an ardmhatamaitic (the higher mathematics), a hardmhatamaitic (her higher mathematics), a n-ardmhatamaitic (their higher mathematics).
How is 'ardmhatamaitic' formed?
It is the prefix 'ard-' (high) added to 'matamaitic' (mathematics), which lenites the m to give 'ardmhatamaitic'.
