HeyRuaHow to say “floss” in Irish
- Irish:
- flas
- English:
- floss, dental floss
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “flass” /fl̪ˠas̪/
- Genitive singular:
- flasa, an fhlasa (e.g. píosa flasa, a piece of floss)
What does “flas” mean?
“Flas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- floss
- Soft silky fibre, such as the fluffy material from silk cocoons or certain plants.Also: silk floss, fluff, down.
1 other meaning: dental floss
- 2dental floss
- Thin thread used to clean between the teeth.Also: floss, tooth floss.
“Flas” with the article
Here is flas after the article (an t-alt).
“Flas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using flas, the Irish word for floss.
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Floss in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for floss?
The Irish for floss is flas (pronounced “flass”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean dental floss.
How do you pronounce flas in Irish?
Flas is said like “flass” (IPA /fl̪ˠas̪/).
Does flas have a plural?
No plural form is given for flas in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does flas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Flas can mean floss or dental floss, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does flas change to fhlas or bhflas?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) flas becomes mo fhlas (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhflas (eclipsis).
Is 'flas' the same as 'blas' (taste)?
No. 'Flas' means floss, while 'blas' means taste or flavour; do not confuse them.
