HeyRuaHow to say “transformation” in Irish
- Irish:
- tarfhoirmiú
- English:
- transformation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “TAR-ir-im-oo” /ˈt̪ˠaɾˠɪɾʲəmʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- tarfhoirmithe, an tarfhoirmithe (e.g. próiseas an tarfhoirmithe, the process of transformation)
What does “tarfhoirmiú” mean?
- transformation
- The act of changing something completely in form or nature; the verbal noun of the verb 'tarfhoirmigh' (transform).Also: transforming, conversion.
“Tarfhoirmiú” with the article
Here is tarfhoirmiú after the article (an t-alt).
“Tarfhoirmiú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tarfhoirmiú, the Irish word for transformation.
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Transformation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for transformation?
The Irish for transformation is tarfhoirmiú (pronounced “TAR-ir-im-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce tarfhoirmiú in Irish?
Tarfhoirmiú is said like “TAR-ir-im-oo” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠaɾˠɪɾʲəmʲuː/).
Does tarfhoirmiú have a plural?
No plural form is given for tarfhoirmiú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does tarfhoirmiú change to tharfhoirmiú or dtarfhoirmiú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tarfhoirmiú becomes mo tharfhoirmiú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtarfhoirmiú (eclipsis).
How is 'tarfhoirmiú' different from 'athrú'?
'Athrú' is the everyday word for any change, while 'tarfhoirmiú' is a more formal or technical word for a complete change of form, used for example in mathematics.
