HeyRuaHow to say “polymorphism” in Irish
- Irish:
- ilchruthacht
- English:
- polymorphism
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “IL-khruh-hukht” /ˈɪlʲˌxɾˠʊhəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- ilchruthachta, na hilchruthachta (e.g. staidéar na hilchruthachta, the study of polymorphism)
What does “ilchruthacht” mean?
- polymorphism
- The quality of existing or occurring in many different forms, used especially in science and computing.Also: multiformity, variety of form, polymorphous nature.
“Ilchruthacht” with the article
Here is ilchruthacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Ilchruthacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ilchruthacht, the Irish word for polymorphism.
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Polymorphism in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for polymorphism?
The Irish for polymorphism is ilchruthacht (pronounced “IL-khruh-hukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce ilchruthacht in Irish?
Ilchruthacht is said like “IL-khruh-hukht” (IPA /ˈɪlʲˌxɾˠʊhəxt̪ˠ/).
Does ilchruthacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for ilchruthacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does ilchruthacht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an ilchruthacht (the polymorphism), a hilchruthacht (her polymorphism), a n-ilchruthacht (their polymorphism).
How is 'ilchruthacht' formed?
It combines the prefix 'il-' (many) with 'cruth' (shape) and the abstract suffix '-acht', so it means 'many-formedness'; the related adjective is 'ilchruthach' (polymorphous).
