Dampness in Irish (Taise): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for dampness?

The Irish for dampness is taise (pronounced “TASH-uh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is taisí. Depending on context it can also mean softness.

Q: What is the plural of dampness in Irish?

The plural of taise is taisí; with the article, it is na taisí. The genitive plural is taisí, as in bolaithe na dtaisí (the smells of the damp patches).

Q: Does taise have more than one meaning?

Yes. Taise can mean dampness or softness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “dampness” in Irish

Irish:: taise
English:: dampness, softness
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, fourth declension
Pronunciation:: “TASH-uh” /ˈt̪ˠaʃə/

Various forms

Plural:: taisí
Genitive singular:: taise, na taise (e.g. boladh na taise, the smell of the damp)
Genitive plural:: taisí, na dtaisí (e.g. bolaithe na dtaisí, the smells of the damp patches)

What does “taise” mean?

“Taise” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

dampness: The state of being slightly wet, especially in air, walls or clothes.Also: moisture, humidity, moistness, damp.

1 other meaning: softness

2softness: Softness or gentleness of manner; tenderness or compassion shown to someone.Also: gentleness, tenderness, compassion, mildness.

“Taise” with the article

The plural of dampness in Irish is taisí. Here is taise after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an taise

the dampness

No change: d and t are not lenited after an

na taisí

the dampness (plural)

Plural: no change after na

“Taise” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using taise, the Irish word for dampness.

Tá taise sna ballaí sa seomra sin.

There is damp in the walls in that room.

Bhí an taise ag dul isteach i mo chnámha.

The dampness was getting into my bones.

Ní maith liom boladh na taise.

I don't like the smell of damp.

Tá taise mhór san aer inniu.

There's a lot of humidity in the air today.

Coinnigh na leabhair ón taise.

Keep the books away from the damp.

Chonaic mé paistí taise ar an tsíleáil.

I saw damp patches on the ceiling.

Tá boladh taise sa seomra codlata.

There's a smell of damp in the bedroom.

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Dampness in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for dampness?

The Irish for dampness is taise (pronounced “TASH-uh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is taisí. Depending on context it can also mean softness.

How do you pronounce taise in Irish?

Taise is said like “TASH-uh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠaʃə/).

What is the plural of dampness in Irish?

The plural of taise is taisí; with the article, it is na taisí. The genitive plural is taisí, as in bolaithe na dtaisí (the smells of the damp patches).

Does taise have more than one meaning?

Yes. Taise can mean dampness or softness, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does taise change to thaise or dtaise?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taise becomes mo thaise (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaise (eclipsis).

What is the difference between 'taise' and 'taise' meaning a ghost or relic?

This 'taise' means dampness or softness and comes from the adjective 'tais' (damp, soft). The word for a ghost or relic is 'taise' too (often 'taiseanna' or 'taisí' for relics), but it is a separate entry.

How do I say a room is damp?

You can say 'Tá taise sa seomra' or use the adjective: 'Tá an seomra tais'.

Dampness in Irish (Taise): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage