HeyRuaHow to say “gum” in Irish
- Irish:
- guma
- English:
- gum, chewing gum
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GUM-uh” /ˈɡʊmˠə/
- Plural:
- gumaí (gums)
- Genitive singular:
- guma, an ghuma (e.g. blas an ghuma, the taste of the gum)
- Genitive plural:
- gumaí, na ngumaí (e.g. úsáid na ngumaí, the use of gums)
What does “guma” mean?
“Guma” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- gum
- A sticky substance from plants or made artificially, used as glue or in sweets.Also: glue, resin, adhesive.
1 other meaning: chewing gum
- 2chewing gum
- A sweet that you chew but do not swallow.Also: gum, bubble gum.
Other Irish words for gum: drandal (gum)
“Guma” with the article
The plural of gum in Irish is gumaí. Here is guma after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Guma” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using guma, the Irish word for gum.
Other nouns in Irish
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Gum in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for gum?
The Irish for gum is guma (pronounced “GUM-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is gumaí. Depending on context it can also mean chewing gum.
How do you pronounce guma in Irish?
Guma is said like “GUM-uh” (IPA /ˈɡʊmˠə/).
What is the plural of gum in Irish?
The plural of guma is gumaí; with the article, na gumaí means “the gums”. The genitive plural is gumaí, as in úsáid na ngumaí (the use of gums).
Does guma have more than one meaning?
Yes. Guma can mean gum or chewing gum, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does guma change to ghuma or nguma?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) guma becomes mo ghuma (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár nguma (eclipsis).
Is 'guma' the word for the gums in your mouth?
No, the gums of the mouth are 'drandal' (or 'carbad'); 'guma' is the sticky substance or chewing gum.
