HeyRuaHow to say “herbicide” in Irish
- Irish:
- luibhicíd
- English:
- herbicide
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “LIV-ih-keed” /ˈlʲɪvʲɪciːdʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- luibhicíde, na luibhicíde (e.g. úsáid luibhicíde, use of herbicide)
What does “luibhicíd” mean?
- herbicide
- A chemical substance used to kill weeds and other unwanted plants.Also: weedkiller, weed killer.
“Luibhicíd” with the article
Here is luibhicíd after the article (an t-alt).
an luibhicíd
the herbicide
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“Luibhicíd” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using luibhicíd, the Irish word for herbicide.
Chuir an feirmeoir luibhicíd ar an bpáirc.
The farmer put herbicide on the field.
Tá an luibhicíd seo contúirteach do bheacha.
This herbicide is dangerous to bees.
Ná húsáid luibhicíd in aice na habhann.
Don't use herbicide near the river.
Bhí boladh láidir luibhicíde sa gharraí.
There was a strong smell of herbicide in the garden.
Cheannaigh mé buidéal luibhicíde sa siopa.
I bought a bottle of weedkiller in the shop.
Is fearr liom gan luibhicíd a úsáid ar chor ar bith.
I prefer not to use herbicide at all.
Mharaigh an luibhicíd na fiailí go léir.
The herbicide killed all the weeds.
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Herbicide in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for herbicide?
The Irish for herbicide is luibhicíd (pronounced “LIV-ih-keed”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce luibhicíd in Irish?
Luibhicíd is said like “LIV-ih-keed” (IPA /ˈlʲɪvʲɪciːdʲ/).
Does luibhicíd have a plural?
No plural form is given for luibhicíd in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
How does 'luibhicíd' differ from 'lotnaidicíd'?
'Luibhicíd' kills plants and weeds, while 'lotnaidicíd' is the broader word for pesticide, covering any substance that kills pests.
