HeyRuaHow to say “vasectomy” in Irish
- Irish:
- vaiseachtóime
- English:
- vasectomy
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “VASH-ukh-toh-im-ye” /ˈvaʃəxˌtoːmʲə/
- Plural:
- vaiseachtóimí (vasectomies)
- Genitive singular:
- vaiseachtóime, na vaiseachtóime (e.g. tar éis na vaiseachtóime, after the vasectomy)
- Genitive plural:
- vaiseachtóimí, na vaiseachtóimí (e.g. líon na vaiseachtóimí, the number of vasectomies)
What does “vaiseachtóime” mean?
- vasectomy
- A surgical operation that cuts or blocks the tubes carrying sperm, done to make a man sterile.Also: male sterilisation, snip.
“Vaiseachtóime” with the article
The plural of vasectomy in Irish is vaiseachtóimí. Here is vaiseachtóime after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Vaiseachtóime” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using vaiseachtóime, the Irish word for vasectomy.
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Vasectomy in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for vasectomy?
The Irish for vasectomy is vaiseachtóime (pronounced “VASH-ukh-toh-im-ye”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is vaiseachtóimí.
How do you pronounce vaiseachtóime in Irish?
Vaiseachtóime is said like “VASH-ukh-toh-im-ye” (IPA /ˈvaʃəxˌtoːmʲə/).
What is the plural of vasectomy in Irish?
The plural of vaiseachtóime is vaiseachtóimí; with the article, na vaiseachtóimí means “the vasectomies”. The genitive plural is vaiseachtóimí, as in líon na vaiseachtóimí (the number of vasectomies).
Is there a more general Irish word for sterilisation?
Yes, 'steiriliú' means sterilisation in general, while 'vaiseachtóime' refers specifically to the male operation.
