HeyRuaHow to say “malnutrition” in Irish
- Irish:
- gannchothú
- English:
- malnutrition
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “GOWN-khoh-hoo” /ˈɡaunˌxɔhuː/
- Genitive singular:
- gannchothaithe, an ghannchothaithe (e.g. comharthaí gannchothaithe, signs of malnutrition)
What does “gannchothú” mean?
- malnutrition
- A condition in which the body does not get enough food or the right nutrients to stay healthy.Also: undernourishment, undernutrition, poor nutrition.
“Gannchothú” with the article
Here is gannchothú after the article (an t-alt).
“Gannchothú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gannchothú, the Irish word for malnutrition.
Other nouns in Irish
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Malnutrition in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for malnutrition?
The Irish for malnutrition is gannchothú (pronounced “GOWN-khoh-hoo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce gannchothú in Irish?
Gannchothú is said like “GOWN-khoh-hoo” (IPA /ˈɡaunˌxɔhuː/).
Does gannchothú have a plural?
No plural form is given for gannchothú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does gannchothú change to ghannchothú or ngannchothú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gannchothú becomes mo ghannchothú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngannchothú (eclipsis).
How is 'gannchothú' formed?
It combines 'gann' (scarce) with 'cothú' (nourishment), so it literally means scarce nourishment.
Is 'gannchothú' the same as 'gorta'?
No: 'gorta' means famine affecting a whole population, while 'gannchothú' is the condition of malnutrition in a person or group.
