HeyRuaHow to say “density” in Irish
- Irish:
- dlús
- English:
- density, fullness, consistency
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “dloos” /d̪ˠl̪ˠuːsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- dlúis, an dlúis (e.g. leibhéal an dlúis, the level of density)
What does “dlús” mean?
“Dlús” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- density
- The quality of being closely packed or compact.Also: compactness, closeness, thickness.
2 other meanings: fullness or consistency
- 2fullness
- Fullness or abundance of something.Also: abundance, plenty.
- 3consistency
- How thick or firm a substance is.Also: firmness, body.
“Dlús” with the article
Here is dlús after the article (an t-alt).
“Dlús” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using dlús, the Irish word for density.
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Density in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for density?
The Irish for density is dlús (pronounced “dloos”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean fullness or consistency.
How do you pronounce dlús in Irish?
Dlús is said like “dloos” (IPA /d̪ˠl̪ˠuːsˠ/).
Does dlús have a plural?
No plural form is given for dlús in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does dlús have more than one meaning?
Yes. Dlús can mean density, fullness or consistency, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does dlús change to dhlús or ndlús?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) dlús becomes mo dhlús (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ndlús (eclipsis).
What does 'dlús a chur le rud' mean?
It means to speed something up or press on with it, for example 'cuir dlús leis an obair', hurry on with the work.
