HeyRuaHow to say “verification” in Irish
- Irish:
- fíorú
- English:
- verification, fulfilment
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- fíoraigh, to verify (ag fíorú, verifying)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FEER-oo” /ˈfʲiːɾˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- fíoraithe, an fhíoraithe (e.g. próiseas fíoraithe, verification process)
What does “fíorú” mean?
“Fíorú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- verification
- The act of checking or proving that something is true or correct; the verbal noun of the verb 'fíoraigh'.Also: confirmation, verifying, checking.
1 other meaning: fulfilment
- 2fulfilment
- The coming true of something, such as a prophecy, hope or dream.Also: coming true, realisation.
“Fíorú” as a verbal noun
After ag, fíorú means verifying: it is the verbal noun of the verb fíoraigh (to verify). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Fíorú” with the article
Here is fíorú after the article (an t-alt).
“Fíorú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fíorú, the Irish word for verification.
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Verification in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for verification?
The Irish for verification is fíorú (pronounced “FEER-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fulfilment.
How do you pronounce fíorú in Irish?
Fíorú is said like “FEER-oo” (IPA /ˈfʲiːɾˠuː/).
Does fíorú have a plural?
No plural form is given for fíorú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does fíorú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fíorú can mean verification or fulfilment, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fíorú change to fhíorú or bhfíorú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fíorú becomes m'fhíorú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfíorú (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'fíorú' and 'deimhniú'?
'Fíorú' is checking that something is true, verification, while 'deimhniú' means confirmation or certification, as in 'deimhniú breithe' (birth certificate).
