HeyRuaHow to say “rectifier” in Irish
- Irish:
- coigeartóir
- English:
- rectifier, adjuster
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KIG-ar-tohr” /ˈkɪɡʲəɾˠt̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- coigeartóirí (rectifiers)
- Genitive singular:
- coigeartóra, an choigeartóra (e.g. feidhm an choigeartóra, the function of the rectifier)
- Genitive plural:
- coigeartóirí, na gcoigeartóirí (e.g. feidhm na gcoigeartóirí, the function of the rectifiers)
What does “coigeartóir” mean?
“Coigeartóir” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- rectifier
- An electrical device that converts alternating current into direct current.Also: current rectifier, ac to dc converter.
1 other meaning: adjuster
- 2adjuster
- A person or device that adjusts, corrects or rectifies something.Also: corrector, regulator.
“Coigeartóir” with the article
The plural of rectifier in Irish is coigeartóirí. Here is coigeartóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Coigeartóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using coigeartóir, the Irish word for rectifier.
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Rectifier in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rectifier?
The Irish for rectifier is coigeartóir (pronounced “KIG-ar-tohr”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is coigeartóirí. Depending on context it can also mean adjuster.
How do you pronounce coigeartóir in Irish?
Coigeartóir is said like “KIG-ar-tohr” (IPA /ˈkɪɡʲəɾˠt̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of rectifier in Irish?
The plural of coigeartóir is coigeartóirí; with the article, na coigeartóirí means “the rectifiers”. The genitive plural is coigeartóirí, as in feidhm na gcoigeartóirí (the function of the rectifiers).
Does coigeartóir have more than one meaning?
Yes. Coigeartóir can mean rectifier or adjuster, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does coigeartóir change to choigeartóir or gcoigeartóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) coigeartóir becomes mo choigeartóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcoigeartóir (eclipsis).
What verb is coigeartóir related to?
It comes from the verb coigeartaigh, meaning 'adjust' or 'rectify', and its verbal noun coigeartú.
