HeyRuaHow to say “bailing” in Irish
- Irish:
- taomadh
- English:
- bailing, emptying
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- taom, to bail (ag taomadh, bailing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “TEE-moo” /ˈt̪ˠiːmˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- taomtha, an taomtha (e.g. soitheach taomtha, bailing vessel)
What does “taomadh” mean?
“Taomadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bailing
- The act of bailing or scooping water out of a boat or other place; the verbal noun of the verb 'taom'.Also: baling, scooping out water, draining.
1 other meaning: emptying
- 2emptying
- The act of emptying or draining something of liquid, such as pumping water out.Also: draining, pumping out.
“Taomadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, taomadh means bailing: it is the verbal noun of the verb taom (to bail). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Taomadh” with the article
Here is taomadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Taomadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taomadh, the Irish word for bailing.
Other nouns in Irish
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Bailing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bailing?
The Irish for bailing is taomadh (pronounced “TEE-moo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean emptying.
How do you pronounce taomadh in Irish?
Taomadh is said like “TEE-moo” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠiːmˠə/).
Does taomadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for taomadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does taomadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taomadh can mean bailing or emptying, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taomadh change to thaomadh or dtaomadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taomadh becomes mo thaomadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaomadh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'taomadh' and 'taoscadh'?
Both mean bailing or draining out liquid; 'taoscadh' is very common for bailing a boat or draining a glass, while 'taomadh' is used similarly, especially for bailing water out.
