HeyRuaHow to say “hyperbole” in Irish
- Irish:
- hipearbóil
- English:
- hyperbole, hyperbola
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “HIP-er-bohl” /ˈhʲɪpʲəɾˌboːlʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- hipearbóile, na hipearbóile (e.g. úsáid na hipearbóile, the use of hyperbole)
What does “hipearbóil” mean?
“Hipearbóil” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hyperbole
- Deliberate exaggeration used in speech or writing for effect.Also: exaggeration, overstatement.
1 other meaning: hyperbola
- 2hyperbola
- In mathematics, a curve formed where a plane cuts both halves of a double cone.Also: curve, conic section.
“Hipearbóil” with the article
Here is hipearbóil after the article (an t-alt).
an hipearbóil
the hyperbole
No change after an
“Hipearbóil” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using hipearbóil, the Irish word for hyperbole.
Is sampla maith de hipearbóil é sin.
That is a good example of hyperbole.
Bhain an file úsáid as hipearbóil sa dán.
The poet used hyperbole in the poem.
Níl ann ach hipearbóil, ná creid é.
It's only exaggeration, don't believe it.
Is cuid den stíl í an hipearbóil.
Hyperbole is part of the style.
Tharraing an múinteoir hipearbóil ar an gclár.
The teacher drew a hyperbola on the board.
Tá dhá ghéag ar an hipearbóil.
The hyperbola has two branches.
Scríobh cothromóid na hipearbóile.
Write the equation of the hyperbola.
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Hyperbole in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hyperbole?
The Irish for hyperbole is hipearbóil (pronounced “HIP-er-bohl”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean hyperbola.
How do you pronounce hipearbóil in Irish?
Hipearbóil is said like “HIP-er-bohl” (IPA /ˈhʲɪpʲəɾˌboːlʲ/).
Does hipearbóil have a plural?
No plural form is given for hipearbóil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does hipearbóil have more than one meaning?
Yes. Hipearbóil can mean hyperbole or hyperbola, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is there a more everyday Irish word for exaggeration?
Yes, in ordinary speech people say áibhéil for exaggeration; hipearbóil is the literary or technical term.
