HeyRuaHow to say “lymphoma” in Irish
- Irish:
- liomfóma
- English:
- lymphoma
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “lim-FOH-muh” /lʲɪmˈfoːmə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- liomfóma, an liomfóma (e.g. cóireáil liomfóma, treatment of lymphoma)
What does “liomfóma” mean?
- lymphoma
- A cancer that starts in the lymphatic system, affecting the lymph nodes and white blood cells.Also: lymph cancer, cancer of the lymph nodes.
“Liomfóma” with the article
Here is liomfóma after the article (an t-alt).
an liomfóma
the lymphoma
No change after an
“Liomfóma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using liomfóma, the Irish word for lymphoma.
Is cineál ailse é liomfóma.
Lymphoma is a type of cancer.
Fuarthas amach go raibh liomfóma air anuraidh.
He was diagnosed with lymphoma last year.
Tá an liomfóma faoi smacht anois.
The lymphoma is under control now.
Tá sí ag fáil cóireála liomfóma san ospidéal.
She is getting lymphoma treatment in the hospital.
Bíonn na faireoga atá i gceist le liomfóma at.
The glands involved in lymphoma become swollen.
D'éirigh leis an liomfóma a chloí.
He managed to beat the lymphoma.
Is speisialtóir í i liomfóma agus i leoicéime.
She is a specialist in lymphoma and leukaemia.
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Lymphoma in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lymphoma?
The Irish for lymphoma is liomfóma (pronounced “lim-FOH-muh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce liomfóma in Irish?
Liomfóma is said like “lim-FOH-muh” (IPA /lʲɪmˈfoːmə/).
Does liomfóma have a plural?
No plural form is given for liomfóma in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the general Irish word for cancer?
The general word is 'ailse'; 'liomfóma' is a specific kind of cancer affecting the lymphatic system.
