HeyRuaHow to say “radiation” in Irish
- Irish:
- gathaíocht
- English:
- radiation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “GAH-ee-ukht” /ˈɡahiːəxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- gathaíochta, na gathaíochta (e.g. leibhéal na gathaíochta, the level of radiation)
What does “gathaíocht” mean?
- radiation
- The giving off of energy as rays or waves, such as light, heat or radioactive particles.Also: radiance, emission of rays.
“Gathaíocht” with the article
Here is gathaíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Gathaíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gathaíocht, the Irish word for radiation.
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Radiation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for radiation?
The Irish for radiation is gathaíocht (pronounced “GAH-ee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce gathaíocht in Irish?
Gathaíocht is said like “GAH-ee-ukht” (IPA /ˈɡahiːəxt̪/).
Does gathaíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for gathaíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does gathaíocht change to ghathaíocht or ngathaíocht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gathaíocht becomes mo ghathaíocht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngathaíocht (eclipsis).
How is 'gathaíocht' related to 'ga'?
'Gathaíocht' comes from 'ga', meaning a ray or beam, so it literally means the sending out of rays.
Is 'gathaíocht' the same as 'radaighníomhaíocht'?
No: 'gathaíocht' is radiation in general, while 'radaighníomhaíocht' means radioactivity, the property of a substance that gives off radiation.
