HeyRuaHow to say “fennel” in Irish
- Irish:
- finéal
- English:
- fennel
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “fin-AYL” /fʲɪˈnʲeːlˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- finéil, an fhinéil (e.g. síolta finéil, fennel seeds)
What does “finéal” mean?
- fennel
- A herb with feathery leaves and a mild aniseed flavour, used in cooking and herbal remedies.Also: fennel herb, fennel seed.
“Finéal” with the article
Here is finéal after the article (an t-alt).
an finéal
the fennel
No change after an
“Finéal” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using finéal, the Irish word for fennel.
Cuir beagán finéil leis an iasc.
Add a little fennel to the fish.
Fásann finéal go maith sa ghairdín seo.
Fennel grows well in this garden.
Tá blas ainíse ar an bhfinéal.
Fennel has an aniseed flavour.
Cheannaigh mé finéal úr sa siopa inniu.
I bought fresh fennel in the shop today.
Is maith liom tae finéil tar éis dinnéir.
I like fennel tea after dinner.
Chuir mo mháthair finéal sa sailéad.
My mother put fennel in the salad.
Tá boladh láidir ón bhfinéal sa chistin.
There is a strong smell from the fennel in the kitchen.
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Fennel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fennel?
The Irish for fennel is finéal (pronounced “fin-AYL”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce finéal in Irish?
Finéal is said like “fin-AYL” (IPA /fʲɪˈnʲeːlˠ/).
Does finéal have a plural?
No plural form is given for finéal in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does finéal change to fhinéal or bhfinéal?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) finéal becomes m'fhinéal (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfinéal (eclipsis).
Is 'finéal' the same plant as dill?
No. Finéal is fennel, while dill is 'dill' in Irish; they look similar but are different herbs.
