HeyRuaHow to say “grease” in Irish
- Irish:
- bealadh
- English:
- grease, greasing
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “BYAL-oo” /ˈbʲalˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- bealaidh, an bhealaidh (e.g. boladh an bhealaidh, the smell of the grease)
What does “bealadh” mean?
“Bealadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- grease
- A thick oily substance used to make machine parts run smoothly.Also: lubricant, axle grease, lubrication.
1 other meaning: greasing
- 2greasing
- The act of greasing or lubricating something; the verbal noun linked to the verb bealaigh.Also: lubricating, oiling.
Other Irish words for grease: gréisc (grease)
“Bealadh” with the article
Here is bealadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Bealadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bealadh, the Irish word for grease.
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Grease in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for grease?
The Irish for grease is bealadh (pronounced “BYAL-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean greasing.
How do you pronounce bealadh in Irish?
Bealadh is said like “BYAL-oo” (IPA /ˈbʲalˠə/).
Does bealadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for bealadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does bealadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bealadh can mean grease or greasing, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bealadh change to bhealadh or mbealadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bealadh becomes mo bhealadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbealadh (eclipsis).
What does 'cuir bealadh faoi d'ioscaidí' mean?
Literally 'put grease under the backs of your knees', it is an idiom meaning hurry up or get a move on.
What is the verb for greasing something?
The verb is bealaigh, as in 'bhealaigh sé an glas', he greased the lock.
