HeyRuaHow to say “bailing” in Irish
- Irish:
- taoscadh
- English:
- bailing, pouring
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- taosc, to bail (ag taoscadh, bailing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “TEES-kuh” /ˈt̪ˠiːskə/
- Genitive singular:
- taosctha, an taosctha (e.g. buicéad taosctha, bailing bucket)
What does “taoscadh” mean?
“Taoscadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bailing
- The act of bailing or scooping out water or another liquid; it is the verbal noun of the verb 'taosc'.Also: draining, pumping out, emptying.
1 other meaning: pouring
- 2pouring
- The act of pouring out liquid in quantity, or draining a vessel completely.Also: pouring out, draining off.
“Taoscadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, taoscadh means bailing: it is the verbal noun of the verb taosc (to bail). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Taoscadh” with the article
Here is taoscadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Taoscadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taoscadh, 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 taoscadh (pronounced “TEES-kuh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean pouring.
How do you pronounce taoscadh in Irish?
Taoscadh is said like “TEES-kuh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠiːskə/).
Does taoscadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for taoscadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does taoscadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taoscadh can mean bailing or pouring, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taoscadh change to thaoscadh or dtaoscadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taoscadh becomes mo thaoscadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaoscadh (eclipsis).
How do I say 'bailing out a boat' in Irish?
Say 'ag taoscadh báid' or 'ag taoscadh an uisce as an mbád'.
