HeyRuaHow to say “par value” in Irish
- Irish:
- bunluach
- English:
- par value, basic value
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “BUN-loo-ukh” /ˈbˠʊnˌl̪ˠuəx/
- Plural:
- bunluachanna (par values)
- Genitive singular:
- bunluacha, an bhunluacha (e.g. méid an bhunluacha, the amount of the par value)
- Genitive plural:
- bunluachanna, na mbunluachanna (e.g. tábla na mbunluachanna, the table of par values)
What does “bunluach” mean?
“Bunluach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- par value
- The basic or nominal value of something, especially the face value of a share or currency.Also: face value, nominal value, basic value.
1 other meaning: basic value
- 2basic value
- A fundamental principle or value that a person or group holds.Also: core value, fundamental value.
“Bunluach” with the article
The plural of par value in Irish is bunluachanna. Here is bunluach after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Bunluach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bunluach, the Irish word for par value.
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Par value in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for par value?
The Irish for par value is bunluach (pronounced “BUN-loo-ukh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is bunluachanna. Depending on context it can also mean basic value.
How do you pronounce bunluach in Irish?
Bunluach is said like “BUN-loo-ukh” (IPA /ˈbˠʊnˌl̪ˠuəx/).
What is the plural of par value in Irish?
The plural of bunluach is bunluachanna; with the article, na bunluachanna means “the par values”. The genitive plural is bunluachanna, as in tábla na mbunluachanna (the table of par values).
Does bunluach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bunluach can mean par value or basic value, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bunluach change to bhunluach or mbunluach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bunluach becomes mo bhunluach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbunluach (eclipsis).
How is 'bunluach' different from 'luach'?
'Luach' is value or worth in general, while 'bunluach' is the basic or nominal value, such as the par value of a share.
