HeyRuaHow to say “earthing” in Irish
- Irish:
- talmhú
- English:
- earthing, burying in earth
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- talmhaigh, to earth (ag talmhú, earthing)
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TAL-oo” /ˈt̪ˠalˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- talmhaithe, an talmhaithe (e.g. sreang talmhaithe, earthing wire)
What does “talmhú” mean?
“Talmhú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- earthing
- The verbal noun of 'talmhaigh': connecting an electrical circuit or appliance safely to the earth.Also: grounding, electrical earthing, ground connection.
1 other meaning: burying in earth
- 2burying in earth
- The act of putting something into the ground or covering it with earth, verbal noun of 'talmhaigh'.Also: interment, covering with earth.
“Talmhú” as a verbal noun
After ag, talmhú means earthing: it is the verbal noun of the verb talmhaigh (to earth). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Talmhú” with the article
Here is talmhú after the article (an t-alt).
“Talmhú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using talmhú, the Irish word for earthing.
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Earthing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for earthing?
The Irish for earthing is talmhú (pronounced “TAL-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean burying in earth.
How do you pronounce talmhú in Irish?
Talmhú is said like “TAL-oo” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠalˠuː/).
Does talmhú have a plural?
No plural form is given for talmhú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does talmhú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Talmhú can mean earthing or burying in earth, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does talmhú change to thalmhú or dtalmhú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) talmhú becomes mo thalmhú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtalmhú (eclipsis).
Is 'talmhú' the same as 'talmhaíocht'?
No. 'Talmhaíocht' means agriculture, while 'talmhú' means earthing an electrical circuit or burying in earth.
