HeyRuaHow to say “multiplication” in Irish
- Irish:
- iolrú
- English:
- multiplication, increase, pluralization
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- iolraigh, to multiply (ag iolrú, multiplying)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “UL-roo” /ˈɪl̪ˠɾˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- iolraithe, an iolraithe (e.g. tábla iolraithe, multiplication table)
What does “iolrú” mean?
“Iolrú” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- multiplication
- The act of multiplying, especially in arithmetic; it is the verbal noun of the verb iolraigh.Also: multiplying, multiply.
2 other meanings: increase or pluralization
- 2increase
- A growth in number or amount, the process of becoming more numerous.Also: proliferation, multiplying.
- 3pluralization
- The forming of the plural of a word in grammar.Also: pluralisation, plural formation.
Other Irish words for multiplication: iomadú (multiplication)
“Iolrú” as a verbal noun
After ag, iolrú means multiplying: it is the verbal noun of the verb iolraigh (to multiply). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Iolrú” with the article
Here is iolrú after the article (an t-alt).
“Iolrú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iolrú, the Irish word for multiplication.
Other nouns in Irish
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Multiplication in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for multiplication?
The Irish for multiplication is iolrú (pronounced “UL-roo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean increase or pluralization.
How do you pronounce iolrú in Irish?
Iolrú is said like “UL-roo” (IPA /ˈɪl̪ˠɾˠuː/).
Does iolrú have a plural?
No plural form is given for iolrú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does iolrú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iolrú can mean multiplication, increase or pluralization, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iolrú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-iolrú (the multiplication), a hiolrú (her multiplication), a n-iolrú (their multiplication).
What are the four basic arithmetic operations in Irish?
They are suimiú (addition), dealú (subtraction), iolrú (multiplication) and roinnt (division).
How is iolrú related to iolra?
Both come from the idea of 'many': iolra means the plural in grammar, while iolrú is multiplying, from the verb iolraigh.
