HeyRuaHow to say “naphtha” in Irish
- Irish:
- nafta
- English:
- naphtha
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “NAF-tuh” /ˈn̪ˠafˠt̪ˠə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- nafta, an nafta (e.g. boladh an nafta, the smell of the naphtha)
What does “nafta” mean?
- naphtha
- A flammable liquid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum or coal tar, used as a fuel and solvent.Also: petroleum naphtha, solvent.
“Nafta” with the article
Here is nafta after the article (an t-alt).
an nafta
the naphtha
No change after an
“Nafta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using nafta, the Irish word for naphtha.
Is leacht inlasta é nafta.
Naphtha is a flammable liquid.
Faightear nafta ó pheitreal.
Naphtha is obtained from petroleum.
Bhí boladh láidir an nafta sa cheardlann.
There was a strong smell of naphtha in the workshop.
Coinnigh an nafta i bhfad ón tine.
Keep the naphtha well away from the fire.
Úsáidtear nafta mar thuaslagóir sa tionscal.
Naphtha is used as a solvent in industry.
Tá nafta sa bhuidéal sin.
There is naphtha in that bottle.
Ghlan sé an ola le beagán nafta.
He cleaned off the oil with a little naphtha.
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Naphtha in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for naphtha?
The Irish for naphtha is nafta (pronounced “NAF-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce nafta in Irish?
Nafta is said like “NAF-tuh” (IPA /ˈn̪ˠafˠt̪ˠə/).
Does nafta have a plural?
No plural form is given for nafta in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is 'nafta' the same as petrol?
No. Petrol is 'peitreal' in Irish; 'nafta' is naphtha, a lighter fraction used mainly as a solvent and industrial feedstock.
