HeyRuaHow to say “sterilization” in Irish
- Irish:
- steiriliúchán
- English:
- sterilization
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “shteh-ril-OO-khawn” /ˈʃtʲɛɾʲəlʲuːxaːn/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- steiriliúcháin, an steiriliúcháin (e.g. próiseas an steiriliúcháin, the sterilization process)
What does “steiriliúchán” mean?
- sterilization
- The process of making something free of germs, or of making a person or animal unable to have young; it is the verbal noun of the verb steiriligh.Also: sterilisation, sterilizing, disinfection.
“Steiriliúchán” with the article
Here is steiriliúchán after the article (an t-alt).
an steiriliúchán
the sterilization
No change after an
“Steiriliúchán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using steiriliúchán, the Irish word for sterilization.
Tá steiriliúchán riachtanach i ngach ospidéal.
Sterilization is essential in every hospital.
Rinneadh an steiriliúchán ar na huirlisí ar maidin.
The instruments were sterilized this morning.
Is tábhachtach modh an steiriliúcháin a fhoghlaim.
It is important to learn the sterilization method.
Tógann steiriliúchán buidéil linbh cúpla nóiméad.
Sterilizing a baby's bottle takes a few minutes.
Chuir an tréidlia an cat faoi steiriliúchán.
The vet had the cat sterilized.
Bhí costas an steiriliúcháin níos airde ná mar a cheap mé.
The cost of the sterilization was higher than I thought.
Úsáidtear teas ard sa steiriliúchán.
High heat is used in sterilization.
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Sterilization in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for sterilization?
The Irish for sterilization is steiriliúchán (pronounced “shteh-ril-OO-khawn”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce steiriliúchán in Irish?
Steiriliúchán is said like “shteh-ril-OO-khawn” (IPA /ˈʃtʲɛɾʲəlʲuːxaːn/).
Does steiriliúchán have a plural?
No plural form is given for steiriliúchán in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the difference between steiriliúchán and díghalrú?
Steiriliúchán means complete sterilization, killing all germs or making unable to reproduce, while díghalrú means disinfection, reducing germs.
