HeyRuaHow to say “lactation” in Irish
- Irish:
- lachtacht
- English:
- lactation
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LOKH-tukht” /ˈl̪ˠaxt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lachtachta, na lachtachta (e.g. tréimhse lachtachta, lactation period)
What does “lachtacht” mean?
- lactation
- The production and secretion of milk by the mammary glands of a mother or female animal.Also: milk production, milk secretion, breastfeeding period.
“Lachtacht” with the article
Here is lachtacht after the article (an t-alt).
an lachtacht
the lactation
No change after an
“Lachtacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lachtacht, the Irish word for lactation.
Tosaíonn an lachtacht go luath tar éis na breithe.
Lactation begins soon after the birth.
Bíonn lachtacht ag gach mamach baineann.
All female mammals lactate.
Mhol an dochtúir bia maith le linn na lachtachta.
The doctor recommended good food during lactation.
Tá hormóin tábhachtach don lachtacht.
Hormones are important for lactation.
Mhair tréimhse lachtachta na bó deich mí.
The cow's lactation period lasted ten months.
Labhair an bhanaltra liom faoi lachtacht.
The nurse spoke to me about lactation.
Is féidir le strus cur isteach ar an lachtacht.
Stress can interfere with lactation.
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Lactation in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lactation?
The Irish for lactation is lachtacht (pronounced “LOKH-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce lachtacht in Irish?
Lachtacht is said like “LOKH-tukht” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠaxt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does lachtacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for lachtacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is 'lachtacht' the usual word for breastfeeding?
No, 'lachtacht' is the technical term for milk production; for the act of breastfeeding people usually say 'beathú cíche' or 'tabhairt na cíche'.
