Lard in Irish (Blonag): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for lard?

The Irish for lard is blonag (pronounced “BLUN-ug”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean blubber or paunch.

Q: Does blonag have more than one meaning?

Yes. Blonag can mean lard, blubber or paunch, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “lard” in Irish

Irish:: blonag
English:: lard, blubber, paunch
Word type:: noun
Gender:: feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:: “BLUN-ug” /ˈbˠlˠʊnˠəɡ/

Various forms

Genitive singular:: blonaige, na blonaige (e.g. boladh na blonaige, the smell of the lard)

What does “blonag” mean?

“Blonag” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

lard: Soft animal fat, especially pig fat, used in cooking.Also: soft fat, suet, grease.

2 other meanings: blubber or paunch

2blubber: The thick layer of fat under the skin of whales and seals.Also: whale fat, seal fat.
3paunch: Excess body fat on a person, especially around the waist.Also: flab, spare tyre, belly fat.

“Blonag” with the article

Here is blonag after the article (an t-alt).

an bhlonag

the lard

Lenition: b becomes bh after an (feminine noun)

“Blonag” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using blonag, the Irish word for lard.

Bhíodh blonag in úsáid ag mo mháthair sa chistin.

My mother used to use lard in the kitchen.

Cuir an bhlonag sa phanna ar dtús.

Put the lard in the pan first.

Tá blonag mhaith faoi chraiceann an róin.

There is a good layer of blubber under the seal's skin.

Rinne sí taosrán le plúr agus blonag.

She made pastry with flour and lard.

Ní maith liom blas na blonaige ar an arán.

I don't like the taste of lard on the bread.

Tá blonag ag teacht orm le tamall.

I've been putting on a paunch lately.

Ceannaigh punt blonaige sa siopa.

Buy a pound of lard in the shop.

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Lard in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for lard?

The Irish for lard is blonag (pronounced “BLUN-ug”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean blubber or paunch.

How do you pronounce blonag in Irish?

Blonag is said like “BLUN-ug” (IPA /ˈbˠlˠʊnˠəɡ/).

Does blonag have a plural?

No plural form is given for blonag in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

Does blonag have more than one meaning?

Yes. Blonag can mean lard, blubber or paunch, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does blonag change to bhlonag or mblonag?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) blonag becomes mo bhlonag (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mblonag (eclipsis).

What is the difference between blonag, saill and geir?

Saill is the general word for fat or bacon fat, geir means suet or tallow, and blonag is soft fat such as lard or blubber.

Lard in Irish (Blonag): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage