HeyRuaHow to say “latex” in Irish
- Irish:
- laitéis
- English:
- latex
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAT-aysh” /ˈlˠatʲeːʃ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- laitéise, na laitéise (e.g. lámhainní laitéise, latex gloves)
What does “laitéis” mean?
- latex
- A milky fluid produced by certain plants such as the rubber tree, also used for the synthetic material made from it.Also: rubber sap, milky sap.
“Laitéis” with the article
Here is laitéis after the article (an t-alt).
an laitéis
the latex
No change after an
“Laitéis” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using laitéis, the Irish word for latex.
Tá ailléirge aici le laitéis.
She is allergic to latex.
Sileann an laitéis ón gcrann rubair.
The latex drips from the rubber tree.
Caitheann an dochtúir lámhainní laitéise.
The doctor wears latex gloves.
Déantar rubar as laitéis.
Rubber is made from latex.
Is sreabhán bán í an laitéis.
Latex is a white fluid.
Tá laitéis sa phéint seo.
There is latex in this paint.
Bailíonn na hoibrithe an laitéis gach maidin.
The workers collect the latex every morning.
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Latex in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for latex?
The Irish for latex is laitéis (pronounced “LAT-aysh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce laitéis in Irish?
Laitéis is said like “LAT-aysh” (IPA /ˈlˠatʲeːʃ/).
Does laitéis have a plural?
No plural form is given for laitéis in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is 'laitéis' the same as 'rubar'?
No, 'laitéis' is the milky sap or material from which 'rubar' (rubber) is made, though both appear in everyday product names.
