uimhreacha
The Irish word for numbers is uimhreacha.
This phrase refers to the mathematical symbols or words used for counting or measuring things.
Did you know?
- Irish has three different ways to count: cardinal numbers for totals, traditional ordinal numbers for order and a special set of counting numbers used only for people.
- Ancient Irish used a vigesimal system, meaning they grouped numbers by twenties rather than tens.
- Using certain numbers in Irish triggers a phonetic change called 'lenition', which adds an 'h' after the first consonant of the following word.
Example conversation
Niamh and Cian are studying math together.
- NiamhCian, an bhfuil na uimhreacha ceart agat?Cian, do you have the correct numbers?
- CianTá, ach tá siad an-choisleach.Yes, but they are very confusing.
- NiamhIs féidir liom cabhrú leat leis na uimhreacha.I can help you with the numbers.
- CianGo raibh maith agat, Niamh.Thank you, Niamh.
