HeyRuaHow to say “overexploitation” in Irish
- Irish:
- róshaothrú
- English:
- overexploitation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “ROH-hee-roo” /ˈɾˠoːˌhiːɾˠuː/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- róshaothraithe, an róshaothraithe (e.g. contúirt an róshaothraithe, the danger of overexploitation)
What does “róshaothrú” mean?
- overexploitation
- The overuse of land, resources or people by working them too hard; verbal noun of 'róshaothraigh'.Also: overcropping, overcultivation, overworking, overuse.
“Róshaothrú” with the article
Here is róshaothrú after the article (an t-alt).
an róshaothrú
the overexploitation
No change after an
“Róshaothrú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using róshaothrú, the Irish word for overexploitation.
Rinne róshaothrú dochar mór don talamh.
Overcropping did great damage to the land.
Tá an róshaothrú ag scriosadh na bhfarraigí.
Overexploitation is destroying the seas.
Is iomaí fadhb a eascraíonn as róshaothrú.
Many problems arise from overexploitation.
Caithfimid deireadh a chur leis an róshaothrú.
We must put an end to the overexploitation.
Bhí éifeachtaí an róshaothraithe le feiceáil go soiléir.
The effects of the overexploitation were clearly visible.
Labhair an t-eolaí faoi róshaothrú na foraoise.
The scientist spoke about overexploitation of the forest.
Tharla an gorta de bharr róshaothraithe.
The famine happened because of overcropping.
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Overexploitation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for overexploitation?
The Irish for overexploitation is róshaothrú (pronounced “ROH-hee-roo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce róshaothrú in Irish?
Róshaothrú is said like “ROH-hee-roo” (IPA /ˈɾˠoːˌhiːɾˠuː/).
Does róshaothrú have a plural?
No plural form is given for róshaothrú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'róshaothrú' formed?
It is the prefix 'ró-' (too, over) plus 'saothrú' (cultivation, exploitation), so it means working land or resources too hard.
