HeyRuaHow to say “boiling” in Irish
- Irish:
- bruith
- English:
- boiling, heat
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- bruith, to boil (ag bruith, boiling)
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “brih” /bˠɾˠɪ/
- Genitive singular:
- bruithe, na bruithe (e.g. am bruithe, boiling time)
What does “bruith” mean?
“Bruith” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- boiling
- The verbal noun of the verb 'bruith': the act of boiling or cooking something in water.Also: cooking, stewing.
1 other meaning: heat
“Bruith” as a verbal noun
After ag, bruith means boiling: it is the verbal noun of the verb bruith (to boil). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Bruith” with the article
Here is bruith after the article (an t-alt).
“Bruith” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bruith, the Irish word for boiling.
Other nouns in Irish
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Boiling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for boiling?
The Irish for boiling is bruith (pronounced “brih”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean heat.
How do you pronounce bruith in Irish?
Bruith is said like “brih” (IPA /bˠɾˠɪ/).
Does bruith have a plural?
No plural form is given for bruith in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does bruith have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bruith can mean boiling or heat, depending on context; the first is the most common. Bruith also has its own entry as a verb meaning to boil.
Why does bruith change to bhruith or mbruith?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bruith becomes mo bhruith (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbruith (eclipsis).
How do I say something is 'on the boil' in Irish?
Use 'ar bruith', as in 'Tá an t-uisce ar bruith', meaning the water is boiling.
What is the adjective 'boiled' in Irish?
The verbal adjective is 'bruite', as in 'ubh bhruite' for a boiled egg.
