HeyRuaHow to say “mug” in Irish
- Irish:
- muga
- English:
- mug
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MUG-uh” /ˈmʊɡə/
- Plural:
- mugaí (mugs)
- Genitive singular:
- muga, an mhuga (e.g. cluas an mhuga, the handle of the mug)
- Genitive plural:
- mugaí, na mugaí (e.g. cluasa na mugaí, the handles of the mugs)
What does “muga” mean?
- mug
- A large cup with a handle, usually without a saucer, used for hot drinks.Also: cup, beaker, coffee mug, tea mug.
“Muga” with the article
The plural of mug in Irish is mugaí. Here is muga after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Muga” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using muga, the Irish word for mug.
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Mug in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for mug?
The Irish for mug is muga (pronounced “MUG-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is mugaí.
How do you pronounce muga in Irish?
Muga is said like “MUG-uh” (IPA /ˈmʊɡə/).
What is the plural of mug in Irish?
The plural of muga is mugaí; with the article, na mugaí means “the mugs”. The genitive plural is mugaí, as in cluasa na mugaí (the handles of the mugs).
Why does muga change to mhuga?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhuga. After ár (our) it stays ár muga, because m does not take eclipsis.
What is the difference between muga and cupán?
A cupán is an ordinary cup, often with a saucer, while a muga is a larger, heavier cup used without a saucer.
