HeyRuaHow to say “dough” in Irish
- Irish:
- taos
- English:
- dough, paste
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “tees” /t̪ˠiːsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- taois, an taois (e.g. meáchan an taois, the weight of the dough)
What does “taos” mean?
“Taos” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- dough
- A thick mixture of flour and water, often with yeast, that is kneaded and baked to make bread or pastry.Also: bread dough, pastry dough.
1 other meaning: paste
- 2paste
- Any soft, thick, moist substance, such as toothpaste or a paste used for sticking things.Also: toothpaste, putty.
“Taos” with the article
Here is taos after the article (an t-alt).
“Taos” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taos, the Irish word for dough.
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Dough in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for dough?
The Irish for dough is taos (pronounced “tees”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean paste.
How do you pronounce taos in Irish?
Taos is said like “tees” (IPA /t̪ˠiːsˠ/).
Does taos have a plural?
No plural form is given for taos in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does taos have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taos can mean dough or paste, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taos change to thaos or dtaos?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taos becomes mo thaos (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaos (eclipsis).
What is the Irish for toothpaste?
Toothpaste is 'taos fiacla', literally 'paste of teeth'.
Does 'taos' mean money, like English slang 'dough'?
No, 'taos' is not used as slang for money; use 'airgead' instead.
