HeyRuaHow to say “dandelion” in Irish
- Irish:
- caisearbhán
- English:
- dandelion
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KASH-ur-uh-vawn” /ˈkaʃəɾˠəwaːnˠ/
- Plural:
- caisearbháin (dandelions)
- Genitive singular:
- caisearbháin, an chaisearbháin (e.g. duilleoga an chaisearbháin, the leaves of the dandelion)
- Genitive plural:
- caisearbhán, na gcaisearbhán (e.g. páirc lán caisearbhán, a field full of dandelions)
What does “caisearbhán” mean?
- dandelion
- A common wild plant with bright yellow flowers and bitter leaves, whose seed heads turn into white fluffy balls.Also: taraxacum, wild flower, weed.
“Caisearbhán” with the article
The plural of dandelion in Irish is caisearbháin. Here is caisearbhán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Caisearbhán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using caisearbhán, the Irish word for dandelion.
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Dandelion in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for dandelion?
The Irish for dandelion is caisearbhán (pronounced “KASH-ur-uh-vawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is caisearbháin.
How do you pronounce caisearbhán in Irish?
Caisearbhán is said like “KASH-ur-uh-vawn” (IPA /ˈkaʃəɾˠəwaːnˠ/).
What is the plural of dandelion in Irish?
The plural of caisearbhán is caisearbháin; with the article, na caisearbháin means “the dandelions”. The genitive plural is caisearbhán, as in páirc lán caisearbhán (a field full of dandelions).
Why does caisearbhán change to chaisearbhán or gcaisearbhán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) caisearbhán becomes mo chaisearbhán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcaisearbhán (eclipsis).
Why is the dandelion called 'caisearbhán'?
The word is linked to 'searbh' (bitter), referring to the bitter taste of the plant's leaves and milky sap.
