HeyRuaHow to say “manicure” in Irish
- Irish:
- lámh-mhaisiú
- English:
- manicure
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “LAWV-wash-oo” /ˈl̪ˠaːvˌwaʃuː/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- lámh-mhaisithe, an lámh-mhaisithe (e.g. seomra lámh-mhaisithe, manicure room)
What does “lámh-mhaisiú” mean?
- manicure
- The cosmetic care and treatment of the hands and fingernails.Also: hand care, nail care.
“Lámh-mhaisiú” with the article
Here is lámh-mhaisiú after the article (an t-alt).
an lámh-mhaisiú
the manicure
No change after an
“Lámh-mhaisiú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using lámh-mhaisiú, the Irish word for manicure.
Fuair sí lámh-mhaisiú roimh an bpósadh.
She got a manicure before the wedding.
Tá an lámh-mhaisiú go hálainn ar fad.
The manicure is absolutely lovely.
Cé mhéad a chosnaíonn lámh-mhaisiú anseo?
How much does a manicure cost here?
D'oscail sí siopa lámh-mhaisithe sa bhaile.
She opened a manicure shop in the town.
Mhill mé mo lámh-mhaisiú ag obair sa ghairdín.
I ruined my manicure working in the garden.
Tá cúrsa lámh-mhaisithe á dhéanamh aici sa choláiste.
She is doing a manicure course in college.
Bíonn lámh-mhaisiú saor ar an Aoine sa salón.
Manicures are cheap on Fridays in the salon.
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Manicure in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for manicure?
The Irish for manicure is lámh-mhaisiú (pronounced “LAWV-wash-oo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce lámh-mhaisiú in Irish?
Lámh-mhaisiú is said like “LAWV-wash-oo” (IPA /ˈl̪ˠaːvˌwaʃuː/).
Does lámh-mhaisiú have a plural?
No plural form is given for lámh-mhaisiú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
What is the word for a pedicure?
A pedicure is 'cos-mhaisiú', formed the same way as 'lámh-mhaisiú' from 'cos' (foot) and 'maisiú' (decoration).
