HeyRuaHow to say “gelatine” in Irish
- Irish:
- geilitín
- English:
- gelatine
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GEL-ih-teen” /ˈɟɛlʲɪtʲiːnʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- geilitín, an gheilitín (e.g. duilleog gheilitín, a gelatine leaf)
What does “geilitín” mean?
- gelatine
- A clear substance made from animal tissue, used to set jellies and other foods.Also: gelatin, setting agent.
“Geilitín” with the article
Here is geilitín after the article (an t-alt).
an geilitín
the gelatine
No change after an
“Geilitín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using geilitín, the Irish word for gelatine.
Cuir geilitín leis an sú torthaí.
Add gelatine to the fruit juice.
Tá an geilitín sa chófra.
The gelatine is in the cupboard.
Ní itheann sé milseáin a bhfuil geilitín iontu.
He doesn't eat sweets that contain gelatine.
Leáigh an geilitín in uisce te ar dtús.
Dissolve the gelatine in hot water first.
Ceannaigh paicéad geilitín sa siopa, le do thoil.
Buy a packet of gelatine in the shop, please.
Déantar geilitín as cnámha ainmhithe.
Gelatine is made from animal bones.
Níl a dhóthain geilitín sa ghlóthach seo.
There isn't enough gelatine in this jelly.
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Gelatine in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for gelatine?
The Irish for gelatine is geilitín (pronounced “GEL-ih-teen”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce geilitín in Irish?
Geilitín is said like “GEL-ih-teen” (IPA /ˈɟɛlʲɪtʲiːnʲ/).
Does geilitín have a plural?
No plural form is given for geilitín in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does geilitín change to gheilitín or ngeilitín?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) geilitín becomes mo gheilitín (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngeilitín (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'geilitín' and 'glóthach'?
'Geilitín' is the setting ingredient, gelatine, while 'glóthach' is the jelly dessert or any jelly-like substance made with it.
