HeyRuaHow to say “fir wood” in Irish
- Irish:
- giúsach
- English:
- fir wood, bog deal
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GYOO-sukh” /ˈɟuːsˠəx/
- Genitive singular:
- giúsaí, na giúsaí (e.g. imeall na giúsaí, the edge of the fir wood)
What does “giúsach” mean?
“Giúsach” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fir wood
- A wood or forest of fir or pine trees.Also: pine forest, fir forest, pinewood.
1 other meaning: bog deal
- 2bog deal
- Ancient fir or pine wood preserved in a bog, dug up and used for fuel or timber.Also: bog fir, bog wood.
“Giúsach” with the article
Here is giúsach after the article (an t-alt).
“Giúsach” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using giúsach, the Irish word for fir wood.
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Fir wood in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fir wood?
The Irish for fir wood is giúsach (pronounced “GYOO-sukh”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean bog deal.
How do you pronounce giúsach in Irish?
Giúsach is said like “GYOO-sukh” (IPA /ˈɟuːsˠəx/).
Does giúsach have a plural?
No plural form is given for giúsach in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does giúsach have more than one meaning?
Yes. Giúsach can mean fir wood or bog deal, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does giúsach change to ghiúsach or ngiúsach?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) giúsach becomes mo ghiúsach (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngiúsach (eclipsis).
What is the difference between giúis and giúsach?
Giúis is the fir or pine tree itself, while giúsach is a fir wood, or bog deal dug from the bog.
