HeyRuaHow to say “frost” in Irish
- Irish:
- cuisne
- English:
- frost, chill
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUSH-nyuh” /ˈkɪʃnʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- cuisne, an chuisne (e.g. bláth an chuisne, the bloom of the frost)
What does “cuisne” mean?
“Cuisne” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- frost
- A thin white covering of tiny ice crystals that forms on surfaces in very cold weather.Also: hoarfrost, rime, hard frost.
“Cuisne” with the article
Here is cuisne after the article (an t-alt).
“Cuisne” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cuisne, the Irish word for frost.
Other nouns in Irish
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Frost in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for frost?
The Irish for frost is cuisne (pronounced “KUSH-nyuh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean chill.
How do you pronounce cuisne in Irish?
Cuisne is said like “KUSH-nyuh” (IPA /ˈkɪʃnʲə/).
Does cuisne have a plural?
No plural form is given for cuisne in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does cuisne have more than one meaning?
Yes. Cuisne can mean frost or chill, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does cuisne change to chuisne or gcuisne?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cuisne becomes mo chuisne (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcuisne (eclipsis).
What is the difference between cuisne and sioc?
Sioc is the everyday word for frost and freezing weather, while cuisne usually means the visible white hoarfrost or rime on surfaces and is somewhat more literary.
