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Hydrogenation in Irish (Hidriginiú): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for hydrogenation is hidriginiú, a masculine noun.
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How to say “hydrogenation” in Irish

Irish:
hidriginiú
English:
hydrogenation
Word type:
noun (verbal noun)
Gender:
masculine
Pronunciation:
“HID-rig-in-oo”  /ˈhɪdʲɾʲəɟɪnʲuː/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
hidriginithe, an hidriginithe (e.g. próiseas an hidriginithe, the process of hydrogenation)

What does “hidriginiú” mean?

hydrogenation
The chemical process of adding hydrogen to a substance; it is the verbal noun of the verb hidriginigh.Also: hydrogenating, adding hydrogen.

“Hidriginiú” with the article

Here is hidriginiú after the article (an t-alt).

an hidriginiú
the hydrogenation
No change after an

“Hidriginiú” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using hidriginiú, the Irish word for hydrogenation.

Is próiseas ceimiceach é hidriginiú.
Hydrogenation is a chemical process.
Úsáidtear an hidriginiú chun margairín a dhéanamh.
Hydrogenation is used to make margarine.
Bíonn catalaíoch ag teastáil le haghaidh hidriginithe.
A catalyst is needed for hydrogenation.
Foghlaimímid faoin hidriginiú sa rang ceimice.
We learn about hydrogenation in chemistry class.
Athraíonn hidriginiú ola leachtach go saill sholadach.
Hydrogenation changes liquid oil into solid fat.
Tá teocht ard riachtanach don hidriginiú seo.
A high temperature is necessary for this hydrogenation.
Míníonn an múinteoir céimeanna an hidriginithe.
The teacher explains the stages of hydrogenation.

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Hydrogenation in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for hydrogenation?

The Irish for hydrogenation is hidriginiú (pronounced “HID-rig-in-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.

How do you pronounce hidriginiú in Irish?

Hidriginiú is said like “HID-rig-in-oo” (IPA /ˈhɪdʲɾʲəɟɪnʲuː/).

Does hidriginiú have a plural?

No plural form is given for hidriginiú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

What verb is hidriginiú related to?

It is the verbal noun of hidriginigh, 'hydrogenate', formed from hidrigin, 'hydrogen'.

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