HeyRuaHow to say “pre-ignition” in Irish
- Irish:
- réamhadhaint
- English:
- pre-ignition
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “RAYV-eye-int” /ˈɾʲeːvˌəintʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- réamhadhainte, na réamhadhainte (e.g. fadhb na réamhadhainte, the problem of pre-ignition)
What does “réamhadhaint” mean?
- pre-ignition
- In an engine, the ignition of the fuel mixture before the spark is meant to fire it.Also: early ignition, engine knock.
“Réamhadhaint” with the article
Here is réamhadhaint after the article (an t-alt).
an réamhadhaint
the pre-ignition
No change after an
“Réamhadhaint” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using réamhadhaint, the Irish word for pre-ignition.
Is fadhb choitianta in innill í réamhadhaint.
Pre-ignition is a common problem in engines.
Rinne an réamhadhaint damáiste don inneall.
The pre-ignition damaged the engine.
Bhí comharthaí réamhadhainte le cloisteáil sa charr.
Signs of pre-ignition could be heard in the car.
Is féidir le breosla íseal réamhadhaint a chruthú.
Low-grade fuel can cause pre-ignition.
Mhínigh an meicneoir cúis na réamhadhainte dom.
The mechanic explained the cause of the pre-ignition to me.
Tá baol réamhadhainte ann má théann an t-inneall róthe.
There is a risk of pre-ignition if the engine overheats.
Cuireann réamhadhaint isteach ar chumhacht an innill.
Pre-ignition reduces the engine's power.
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Pre-ignition in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pre-ignition?
The Irish for pre-ignition is réamhadhaint (pronounced “RAYV-eye-int”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce réamhadhaint in Irish?
Réamhadhaint is said like “RAYV-eye-int” (IPA /ˈɾʲeːvˌəintʲ/).
Does réamhadhaint have a plural?
No plural form is given for réamhadhaint in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is réamhadhaint formed?
It combines the prefix réamh- (pre-, before) with adhaint (ignition), so it literally means 'before-ignition'.
