Obstetrics in Irish (Cnáimhseachas): Meaning

Q: What is the Irish for obstetrics?

The Irish for obstetrics is cnáimhseachas (pronounced “KNAWV-shukh-us”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean midwifery.

Q: Does cnáimhseachas have more than one meaning?

Yes. Cnáimhseachas can mean obstetrics or midwifery, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “obstetrics” in Irish

Irish:: cnáimhseachas
English:: obstetrics, midwifery
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, first declension
Pronunciation:: “KNAWV-shukh-us” /ˈkn̪ˠɑːvʲʃəxəsˠ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: cnáimhseachais, an chnáimhseachais (e.g. ollamh cnáimhseachais, professor of obstetrics)

What does “cnáimhseachas” mean?

“Cnáimhseachas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

obstetrics: The branch of medicine dealing with pregnancy, childbirth and the care of mothers around birth.Also: midwifery, obstetric medicine.

1 other meaning: midwifery

2midwifery: The work and skill of a midwife in helping women give birth.Also: midwife's work, delivering babies.

“Cnáimhseachas” with the article

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

an cnáimhseachas

the obstetrics

No change after an

“Cnáimhseachas” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using cnáimhseachas, the Irish word for obstetrics.

Tá sí ag déanamh staidéir ar an gcnáimhseachas.

She is studying obstetrics.

Is dochtúir é a bhfuil spéis aige i gcnáimhseachas.

He is a doctor with an interest in obstetrics.

Tá roinn chnáimhseachais nua san ospidéal.

The hospital has a new obstetrics department.

D'oibrigh mo mháthair sa chnáimhseachas ar feadh blianta.

My mother worked in midwifery for years.

Is gairm thábhachtach é an cnáimhseachas.

Midwifery is an important profession.

Fuair sé post mar chomhairleoir cnáimhseachais.

He got a job as a consultant in obstetrics.

Tá cúrsa cnáimhseachais ar fáil san ollscoil.

A midwifery course is available at the university.

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Obstetrics in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for obstetrics?

The Irish for obstetrics is cnáimhseachas (pronounced “KNAWV-shukh-us”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean midwifery.

How do you pronounce cnáimhseachas in Irish?

Cnáimhseachas is said like “KNAWV-shukh-us” (IPA /ˈkn̪ˠɑːvʲʃəxəsˠ/).

Does cnáimhseachas have a plural?

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

Does cnáimhseachas have more than one meaning?

Yes. Cnáimhseachas can mean obstetrics or midwifery, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does cnáimhseachas change to chnáimhseachas or gcnáimhseachas?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cnáimhseachas becomes mo chnáimhseachas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcnáimhseachas (eclipsis).

How is 'cnáimhseachas' related to 'cnáimhseach'?

'Cnáimhseach' means a midwife, and 'cnáimhseachas' is the practice or science of midwifery and obstetrics.

Obstetrics in Irish (Cnáimhseachas): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage