HeyRuaHow to say “power steering” in Irish
- Irish:
- cumhachtstiúradh
- English:
- power steering
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KOO-akht-styoo-ruh” /ˈkuːəxtˌsʲtʲuːɾˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- cumhachtstiúrtha, an chumhachtstiúrtha (e.g. córas cumhachtstiúrtha, power steering system)
What does “cumhachtstiúradh” mean?
- power steering
- A system in a vehicle that uses engine power to make turning the steering wheel easier.Also: power-assisted steering, steering.
“Cumhachtstiúradh” with the article
Here is cumhachtstiúradh after the article (an t-alt).
“Cumhachtstiúradh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cumhachtstiúradh, the Irish word for power steering.
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Power steering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for power steering?
The Irish for power steering is cumhachtstiúradh (pronounced “KOO-akht-styoo-ruh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce cumhachtstiúradh in Irish?
Cumhachtstiúradh is said like “KOO-akht-styoo-ruh” (IPA /ˈkuːəxtˌsʲtʲuːɾˠə/).
Does cumhachtstiúradh have a plural?
No plural form is given for cumhachtstiúradh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does cumhachtstiúradh change to chumhachtstiúradh or gcumhachtstiúradh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cumhachtstiúradh becomes mo chumhachtstiúradh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcumhachtstiúradh (eclipsis).
How is 'cumhachtstiúradh' formed?
It combines 'cumhacht' (power) and 'stiúradh' (steering), so it literally means 'power steering'.
