HeyRuaHow to say “flash point” in Irish
- Irish:
- lasairtheocht
- English:
- flash point
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAS-er-hyokht” /ˈl̪ˠasˠəɾʲˌhoxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lasairtheochta, na lasairtheochta (e.g. tomhas na lasairtheochta, measurement of the flash point)
What does “lasairtheocht” mean?
- flash point
- The lowest temperature at which a substance gives off enough vapour to catch fire when a flame is applied.Also: flashpoint, ignition point, flash temperature.
“Lasairtheocht” with the article
Here is lasairtheocht after the article (an t-alt).
an lasairtheocht
the flash point
No change after an
“Lasairtheocht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lasairtheocht, the Irish word for flash point.
Tá lasairtheocht íseal ag an bpeitreal.
Petrol has a low flash point.
Cad í lasairtheocht na hola seo?
What is the flash point of this oil?
Thomhais an t-eolaí an lasairtheocht go cúramach.
The scientist measured the flash point carefully.
Tá an lasairtheocht scríofa ar an lipéad.
The flash point is written on the label.
Bhí teocht an leachta os cionn na lasairtheochta.
The temperature of the liquid was above the flash point.
Is ionann lasairtheocht agus teocht lasta na gaile.
Flash point is the temperature at which the vapour ignites.
Coinnigh an breosla faoi bhun a lasairtheochta.
Keep the fuel below its flash point.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Flash point in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for flash point?
The Irish for flash point is lasairtheocht (pronounced “LAS-er-hyokht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce lasairtheocht in Irish?
Lasairtheocht is said like “LAS-er-hyokht” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠasˠəɾʲˌhoxt̪ˠ/).
Does lasairtheocht have a plural?
No plural form is given for lasairtheocht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How is 'lasairtheocht' formed?
It combines 'lasair' (flame) and 'teocht' (temperature), so it literally means 'flame temperature'.
