HeyRuaHow to say “wave mechanics” in Irish
- Irish:
- tonnmheicnic
- English:
- wave mechanics
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “TUN-vek-nick” /ˈt̪ˠʊn̪ˠˌvʲɛcnʲɪc/
- Genitive singular:
- tonnmheicnice, na tonnmheicnice (e.g. bunphrionsabail na tonnmheicnice, the basic principles of wave mechanics)
What does “tonnmheicnic” mean?
- wave mechanics
- The branch of quantum physics that describes particles such as electrons by means of wave equations.Also: quantum wave mechanics, schrodinger mechanics.
“Tonnmheicnic” with the article
Here is tonnmheicnic after the article (an t-alt).
“Tonnmheicnic” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using tonnmheicnic, the Irish word for wave mechanics.
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Wave mechanics in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for wave mechanics?
The Irish for wave mechanics is tonnmheicnic (pronounced “TUN-vek-nick”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce tonnmheicnic in Irish?
Tonnmheicnic is said like “TUN-vek-nick” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠʊn̪ˠˌvʲɛcnʲɪc/).
Does tonnmheicnic have a plural?
No plural form is given for tonnmheicnic in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does tonnmheicnic change to thonnmheicnic or dtonnmheicnic?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) tonnmheicnic becomes mo thonnmheicnic (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtonnmheicnic (eclipsis).
How is 'tonnmheicnic' formed?
It combines 'tonn' (wave) with 'meicnic' (mechanics), and the second element is lenited in the compound, giving 'tonnmheicnic'.
