HeyRuaHow to say “alga” in Irish
- Irish:
- alga
- English:
- alga
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AL-uh-guh” /ˈal̪ˠəɡə/
- Plural:
- algaí (algae)
- Genitive singular:
- alga, an alga (e.g. fás an alga, the growth of the alga)
- Genitive plural:
- algaí, na n-algaí (e.g. fás na n-algaí, the growth of the algae)
What does “alga” mean?
- alga
- A simple plant-like organism without roots or leaves that grows in water or damp places, such as seaweed or pond scum.Also: algae, seaweed, pond scum.
“Alga” with the article
The plural of alga in Irish is algaí. Here is alga after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Alga” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using alga, the Irish word for alga.
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Alga in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for alga?
The Irish for alga is alga (pronounced “AL-uh-guh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is algaí.
How do you pronounce alga in Irish?
Alga is said like “AL-uh-guh” (IPA /ˈal̪ˠəɡə/).
What is the plural of alga in Irish?
The plural of alga is algaí; with the article, na halgaí means “the algae”. The genitive plural is algaí, as in fás na n-algaí (the growth of the algae).
Why does alga sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-alga (the alga), a halga (her alga), a n-alga (their alga), na halgaí (the algae).
Is 'alga' the same as 'feamainn'?
No. 'Feamainn' means seaweed specifically, while 'alga' is the scientific term covering all algae, including tiny ones in ponds.
