HeyRuaHow to say “simplification” in Irish
- Irish:
- simpliú
- English:
- simplification
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- simpligh, to simplify (ag simpliú, simplifying)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SHIM-pli-oo” /ˈʃɪmʲpʲlʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- simplithe, an tsimplithe (e.g. próiseas an tsimplithe, the process of simplification)
What does “simpliú” mean?
“Simpliú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- simplification
- The act of making something simpler; the verbal noun of the verb 'simpligh'.Also: simplifying, making simpler.
1 other meaning:
- 2simplification
- In mathematics, the reduction of an expression or fraction to its simplest form.Also: reducing, simplifying a fraction.
“Simpliú” as a verbal noun
After ag, simpliú means simplifying: it is the verbal noun of the verb simpligh (to simplify). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Simpliú” with the article
Here is simpliú after the article (an t-alt).
“Simpliú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using simpliú, the Irish word for simplification.
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Simplification in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for simplification?
The Irish for simplification is simpliú (pronounced “SHIM-pli-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce simpliú in Irish?
Simpliú is said like “SHIM-pli-oo” (IPA /ˈʃɪmʲpʲlʲuː/).
Does simpliú have a plural?
No plural form is given for simpliú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does simpliú change to shimpliú?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shimpliú. After ár (our) it stays ár simpliú, because s does not take eclipsis.
What verb is 'simpliú' from?
It is the verbal noun of 'simpligh' (simplify), so 'ag simpliú' means 'simplifying'.
