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Nitro compound in Irish (Nítreachumasc): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for nitro compound is nítreachumasc, a masculine noun.
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How to say “nitro compound” in Irish

Irish:
nítreachumasc
English:
nitro compound
Word type:
noun
Gender:
masculine
Pronunciation:
“NEE-tryuh-khoo-musk”  /ˈnʲiːtʲɾʲəˌxʊməsk/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
nítreachumaisc, an nítreachumaisc (e.g. foirmle an nítreachumaisc, the formula of the nitro compound)

What does “nítreachumasc” mean?

nitro compound
A chemical compound containing a nitro group, such as many explosives and dyes.Also: nitro-compound, nitrated compound.

“Nítreachumasc” with the article

Here is nítreachumasc after the article (an t-alt).

an nítreachumasc
the nitro compound
No change after an

“Nítreachumasc” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using nítreachumasc, the Irish word for nitro compound.

Is nítreachumasc é an nítriglicrín.
Nitroglycerine is a nitro compound.
Tá an nítreachumasc seo an-phléascach.
This nitro compound is very explosive.
Rinne an t-eolaí staidéar ar nítreachumasc nua.
The scientist studied a new nitro compound.
Bhí boladh láidir ón nítreachumasc sa tsaotharlann.
The nitro compound in the lab had a strong smell.
Scríobh sí struchtúr an nítreachumaisc ar an gclár.
She wrote the structure of the nitro compound on the board.
Úsáidtear nítreachumasc i ndéanamh ruamanna.
A nitro compound is used in making dyes.
Coinnigh an nítreachumasc i bhfad ó theas.
Keep the nitro compound away from heat.

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Nitro compound in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for nitro compound?

The Irish for nitro compound is nítreachumasc (pronounced “NEE-tryuh-khoo-musk”). It’s a masculine noun.

How do you pronounce nítreachumasc in Irish?

Nítreachumasc is said like “NEE-tryuh-khoo-musk” (IPA /ˈnʲiːtʲɾʲəˌxʊməsk/).

Does nítreachumasc have a plural?

No plural form is given for nítreachumasc in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Is 'nítreachumasc' the same as 'níotráit'?

No. 'Nítreachumasc' is a nitro compound containing a nitro group, while 'níotráit' is a nitrate, a salt or ester of nitric acid.

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