HeyRuaHow to say “synergy” in Irish
- Irish:
- sineirgíocht
- English:
- synergy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “SHIN-er-gee-ukht” /ˈʃɪnʲɛɾʲɟiːəxt̪/
- Genitive singular:
- sineirgíochta, na sineirgíochta (e.g. buntáistí na sineirgíochta, the benefits of synergy)
What does “sineirgíocht” mean?
- synergy
- The extra effect produced when two or more people, groups or things work together, greater than what each would achieve alone.Also: synergism, combined effect, cooperation.
“Sineirgíocht” with the article
Here is sineirgíocht after the article (an t-alt).
“Sineirgíocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sineirgíocht, the Irish word for synergy.
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Synergy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for synergy?
The Irish for synergy is sineirgíocht (pronounced “SHIN-er-gee-ukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce sineirgíocht in Irish?
Sineirgíocht is said like “SHIN-er-gee-ukht” (IPA /ˈʃɪnʲɛɾʲɟiːəxt̪/).
Does sineirgíocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for sineirgíocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does sineirgíocht change to shineirgíocht?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo shineirgíocht. After ár (our) it stays ár sineirgíocht, because s does not take eclipsis.
Is there a more everyday Irish way to express the idea of synergy?
In ordinary speech people often say comhoibriú (cooperation) or 'ní neart go cur le chéile' (there is no strength without unity), while sineirgíocht is the technical term.
