HeyRuaHow to say “beam” in Irish
- Irish:
- bíoma
- English:
- beam
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BEE-uh-muh” /bʲiːəmə/
- Plural:
- bíomaí (beams)
- Genitive singular:
- bíoma, an bhíoma (e.g. fad an bhíoma, the length of the beam)
- Genitive plural:
- bíomaí, na mbíomaí (e.g. praghas bíomaí cruach, the price of steel beams)
What does “bíoma” mean?
“Bíoma” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- beam
- A long, strong piece of wood, metal or concrete used to support a roof, floor or other structure.Also: girder, rafter, joist.
“Bíoma” with the article
The plural of beam in Irish is bíomaí. Here is bíoma after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Bíoma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bíoma, the Irish word for beam.
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Beam in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for beam?
The Irish for beam is bíoma (pronounced “BEE-uh-muh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is bíomaí.
How do you pronounce bíoma in Irish?
Bíoma is said like “BEE-uh-muh” (IPA /bʲiːəmə/).
What is the plural of beam in Irish?
The plural of bíoma is bíomaí; with the article, na bíomaí means “the beams”. The genitive plural is bíomaí, as in praghas bíomaí cruach (the price of steel beams).
Why does bíoma change to bhíoma or mbíoma?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bíoma becomes mo bhíoma (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbíoma (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'bíoma' and 'sail'?
'Bíoma' is the general word for a structural beam or girder, while 'sail' is a traditional word for a beam or joist of wood, as in 'sail sa teach'.
How do I say 'a beam of light'?
You can say 'bíoma solais', though 'léas solais' or 'ga solais' are also very common for a ray of light.
