HeyRuaHow to say “reactivity” in Irish
- Irish:
- imoibríocht
- English:
- reactivity, reactance
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “IM-ib-ree-ukht” /ˈɪmʲɪbʲɾʲiːəxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- imoibríochta, na himoibríochta (e.g. leibhéal na himoibríochta, level of reactivity)
What does “imoibríocht” mean?
“Imoibríocht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- reactivity
- The tendency of a substance to take part in chemical reactions.Also: chemical reactivity, reactiveness.
1 other meaning: reactance
- 2reactance
- In electricity, the opposition of a circuit to alternating current caused by inductance or capacitance.Also: electrical reactance.
“Imoibríocht” with the article
Here is imoibríocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Imoibríocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using imoibríocht, the Irish word for reactivity.
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Reactivity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for reactivity?
The Irish for reactivity is imoibríocht (pronounced “IM-ib-ree-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean reactance.
How do you pronounce imoibríocht in Irish?
Imoibríocht is said like “IM-ib-ree-ukht” (IPA /ˈɪmʲɪbʲɾʲiːəxt̪/).
Does imoibríocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for imoibríocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does imoibríocht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Imoibríocht can mean reactivity or reactance, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does imoibríocht sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an imoibríocht (the reactivity), a himoibríocht (her reactivity), a n-imoibríocht (their reactivity).
How is 'imoibríocht' different from 'imoibriú'?
'Imoibriú' is a reaction, the process itself, while 'imoibríocht' is the property of being reactive, reactivity.
