Stereo in Irish (Steiréó): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for stereo?

The Irish for stereo is steiréó (pronounced “STER-ee-oh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is steiréónna. Depending on context it can also mean stereo sound.

Q: What is the plural of stereo in Irish?

The plural of steiréó is steiréónna; with the article, na steiréónna means “the stereos”. The genitive plural is steiréónna, as in callán na steiréónna (the noise of the stereos).

Q: Does steiréó have more than one meaning?

Yes. Steiréó can mean stereo or stereo sound, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “stereo” in Irish

Irish:: steiréó
English:: stereo, stereo sound
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, fourth declension
Pronunciation:: “STER-ee-oh” /ˈsʲtʲɛɾʲeːoː/

Various forms

Plural:: steiréónna (stereos)
Genitive singular:: steiréó, an steiréó (e.g. fuaim an steiréó, the sound of the stereo)
Genitive plural:: steiréónna, na steiréónna (e.g. callán na steiréónna, the noise of the stereos)

What does “steiréó” mean?

“Steiréó” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

stereo: A stereo system or set used for playing recorded music through two speakers.Also: stereo system, hi-fi, music system.

1 other meaning: stereo sound

2stereo sound: Sound reproduced through two channels so that it seems to come from different directions.Also: stereo, stereophonic sound.

“Steiréó” with the article

The plural of stereo in Irish is steiréónna. Here is steiréó after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an steiréó

the stereo

No change after an

na steiréónna

the stereos

Plural: no change after na

“Steiréó” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using steiréó, the Irish word for stereo.

Cheannaigh sé steiréó nua inné.

He bought a new stereo yesterday.

Cas síos an steiréó, le do thoil.

Turn down the stereo, please.

Tá cnaipe an steiréó briste.

The button on the stereo is broken.

Díolann an siopa sin steiréónna saora.

That shop sells cheap stereos.

Chuir mé dlúthdhiosca i mo steiréó.

I put a CD in my stereo.

Tá steiréó maith sa charr seo.

There's a good stereo in this car.

Bhí an ceol ag teacht ón steiréó go hard.

The music was coming loudly from the stereo.

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Stereo in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for stereo?

The Irish for stereo is steiréó (pronounced “STER-ee-oh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is steiréónna. Depending on context it can also mean stereo sound.

How do you pronounce steiréó in Irish?

Steiréó is said like “STER-ee-oh” (IPA /ˈsʲtʲɛɾʲeːoː/).

What is the plural of stereo in Irish?

The plural of steiréó is steiréónna; with the article, na steiréónna means “the stereos”. The genitive plural is steiréónna, as in callán na steiréónna (the noise of the stereos).

Does steiréó have more than one meaning?

Yes. Steiréó can mean stereo or stereo sound, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How do I say 'in stereo' in Irish?

You can say 'i steiréó', for example 'craoladh an clár i steiréó', the programme was broadcast in stereo.

Stereo in Irish (Steiréó): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage