HeyRuaHow to say “meal” in Irish
- Irish:
- min
- English:
- meal, powder
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “min” /mʲɪnʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- mine, na mine (e.g. mála mine, a bag of meal)
What does “min” mean?
“Min” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- meal
- Grain or seed ground into a coarse powder, such as oatmeal or cornmeal.Also: oatmeal, cornmeal, ground grain, wholemeal.
“Min” with the article
Here is min after the article (an t-alt).
“Min” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using min, the Irish word for meal.
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Meal in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for meal?
The Irish for meal is min (pronounced “min”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean powder.
How do you pronounce min in Irish?
Min is said like “min” (IPA /mʲɪnʲ/).
Does min have a plural?
No plural form is given for min in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does min have more than one meaning?
Yes. Min can mean meal or powder, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does min change to mhin?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhin. After ár (our) it stays ár min, because m does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between 'min' and 'plúr'?
'Plúr' is fine flour used for baking, while 'min' is coarser ground grain, as in 'min choirce' (oatmeal). Do not confuse 'min' with the adjective 'mín' (smooth).
What does 'min sáibh' mean?
'Min sáibh' means sawdust, literally 'meal of the saw'.
