HeyRuaHow to say “re-examination” in Irish
- Irish:
- athscrúdú
- English:
- re-examination, repeat examination
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- athscrúdaigh, to re-examine (ag athscrúdú, re-examining)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “AH-skroo-doo” /ˈahˌsˠkɾˠuːd̪ˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- athscrúdaithe, an athscrúdaithe (e.g. torthaí an athscrúdaithe, the results of the re-examination)
What does “athscrúdú” mean?
“Athscrúdú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- re-examination
- The act of examining something again; the verbal noun of the verb athscrúdaigh.Also: reexamination, review, reconsideration, re-check.
1 other meaning: repeat examination
- 2repeat examination
- An exam taken again by a student who failed or missed the first one.Also: repeat exam, resit, supplemental exam.
“Athscrúdú” as a verbal noun
After ag, athscrúdú means re-examining: it is the verbal noun of the verb athscrúdaigh (to re-examine). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Athscrúdú” with the article
Here is athscrúdú after the article (an t-alt).
“Athscrúdú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using athscrúdú, the Irish word for re-examination.
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Re-examination in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for re-examination?
The Irish for re-examination is athscrúdú (pronounced “AH-skroo-doo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean repeat examination.
How do you pronounce athscrúdú in Irish?
Athscrúdú is said like “AH-skroo-doo” (IPA /ˈahˌsˠkɾˠuːd̪ˠuː/).
Does athscrúdú have a plural?
No plural form is given for athscrúdú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does athscrúdú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Athscrúdú can mean re-examination or repeat examination, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does athscrúdú sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-athscrúdú (the re-examination), a hathscrúdú (her re-examination), a n-athscrúdú (their re-examination).
How is 'athscrúdú' different from 'athbhreithniú'?
'Athscrúdú' is a fresh examination or a repeat exam, while 'athbhreithniú' means a review or reconsideration of a decision.
