HeyRuaHow to say “monoxide” in Irish
- Irish:
- aonocsaíd
- English:
- monoxide
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “AYN-ok-see-j” /ˈeːnˌɔksiːdʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- aonocsaíde, na haonocsaíde (e.g. nimhiú aonocsaíde, monoxide poisoning)
What does “aonocsaíd” mean?
- monoxide
- A chemical compound in which each molecule has one oxygen atom joined to another element.
“Aonocsaíd” with the article
Here is aonocsaíd after the article (an t-alt).
“Aonocsaíd” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using aonocsaíd, the Irish word for monoxide.
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Monoxide in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for monoxide?
The Irish for monoxide is aonocsaíd (pronounced “AYN-ok-see-j”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce aonocsaíd in Irish?
Aonocsaíd is said like “AYN-ok-see-j” (IPA /ˈeːnˌɔksiːdʲ/).
Does aonocsaíd have a plural?
No plural form is given for aonocsaíd in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does aonocsaíd sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an aonocsaíd (the monoxide), a haonocsaíd (her monoxide), a n-aonocsaíd (their monoxide).
How do you say carbon monoxide in Irish?
It is aonocsaíd charbóin, with carbón lenited in the genitive after the feminine noun.
What is the difference between aonocsaíd and dé-ocsaíd?
Aonocsaíd has one oxygen atom (monoxide), while dé-ocsaíd has two (dioxide), as in dé-ocsaíd charbóin.
