HeyRuaHow to say “mucus” in Irish
- Irish:
- smuga
- English:
- mucus, snot
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SMUG-uh” /ˈsmˠʊɡə/
- Plural:
- smugaí (mucuses)
- Genitive singular:
- smuga, an smuga (e.g. boladh an smuga, the smell of the mucus)
- Genitive plural:
- smugaí, na smugaí (e.g. dath na smugaí, the colour of the mucus discharges)
What does “smuga” mean?
“Smuga” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- mucus
- The thick slimy fluid produced in the nose and other parts of the body.Also: snot, nasal mucus, phlegm.
1 other meaning: snot
- 2snot
- Informally, the stuff that runs from a person's nose, especially when they have a cold.Also: bogey, runny nose.
“Smuga” with the article
The plural of mucus in Irish is smugaí. Here is smuga after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Smuga” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using smuga, the Irish word for mucus.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Mucus in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mucus?
The Irish for mucus is smuga (pronounced “SMUG-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is smugaí. Depending on context it can also mean snot.
How do you pronounce smuga in Irish?
Smuga is said like “SMUG-uh” (IPA /ˈsmˠʊɡə/).
What is the plural of mucus in Irish?
The plural of smuga is smugaí; with the article, na smugaí means “the mucuses”. The genitive plural is smugaí, as in dath na smugaí (the colour of the mucus discharges).
Does smuga have more than one meaning?
Yes. Smuga can mean mucus or snot, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'smuga' and 'réama'?
'Smuga' is mucus from the nose, snot, while 'réama' usually means phlegm or catarrh in the chest and throat.
