HeyRuaHow to say “fatness” in Irish
- Irish:
- raimhre
- English:
- fatness, thickness, richness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAV-ruh” /ˈɾˠawɾʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- raimhre, na raimhre (e.g. fadhb na raimhre, the problem of obesity)
What does “raimhre” mean?
“Raimhre” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fatness
- The state of being fat or plump, in a person, animal or thing.Also: plumpness, stoutness, obesity.
2 other meanings: thickness or richness
- 2thickness
- The quality of being thick, as of a liquid, a material or an object.Also: density, denseness.
- 3richness
- Richness or fertility, as of land or food.Also: fertility, lushness.
“Raimhre” with the article
Here is raimhre after the article (an t-alt).
“Raimhre” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using raimhre, the Irish word for fatness.
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Fatness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fatness?
The Irish for fatness is raimhre (pronounced “RAV-ruh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean thickness or richness.
How do you pronounce raimhre in Irish?
Raimhre is said like “RAV-ruh” (IPA /ˈɾˠawɾʲə/).
Does raimhre have a plural?
No plural form is given for raimhre in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does raimhre have more than one meaning?
Yes. Raimhre can mean fatness, thickness or richness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say someone is putting on weight?
You can say 'Tá sé ag cur raimhre air', using raimhre with the preposition 'ar'.
What is the difference between raimhre and tiús?
Raimhre usually means fatness, though it can mean thickness; tiús is the usual word for thickness of a material or liquid.
