HeyRuaHow to say “matrix” in Irish
- Irish:
- maitrís
- English:
- matrix
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “MAT-reesh” /ˈmat̪ˠɾʲiːʃ/
- Plural:
- maitrísí (matrices)
- Genitive singular:
- maitríse, na maitríse (e.g. rónna na maitríse, the rows of the matrix)
- Genitive plural:
- maitrísí, na maitrísí (e.g. iolrú na maitrísí, the multiplication of the matrices)
What does “maitrís” mean?
“Maitrís” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- matrix
- In mathematics, a rectangular array of numbers or symbols arranged in rows and columns.Also: array, grid of numbers.
1 other meaning:
- 2matrix
- A surrounding substance or mould in which something forms or is embedded, as in geology, biology or printing.Also: mould, groundmass.
“Maitrís” with the article
The plural of matrix in Irish is maitrísí. Here is maitrís after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Maitrís” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using maitrís, the Irish word for matrix.
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Matrix in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for matrix?
The Irish for matrix is maitrís (pronounced “MAT-reesh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is maitrísí.
How do you pronounce maitrís in Irish?
Maitrís is said like “MAT-reesh” (IPA /ˈmat̪ˠɾʲiːʃ/).
What is the plural of matrix in Irish?
The plural of maitrís is maitrísí; with the article, na maitrísí means “the matrices”. The genitive plural is maitrísí, as in iolrú na maitrísí (the multiplication of the matrices).
Why does maitrís change to mhaitrís?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhaitrís. After ár (our) it stays ár maitrís, because m does not take eclipsis.
Is 'maitrís' related to 'máthair'?
Etymologically yes, both go back to Latin and Irish words for mother, but in modern Irish 'maitrís' is only a technical term for a matrix, while 'máthair' means mother.
