HeyRuaHow to say “nectar” in Irish
- Irish:
- neachtar
- English:
- nectar
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “NAKH-tur” /ˈnʲaxt̪ˠəɾˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- neachtair, an neachtair (e.g. blas an neachtair, the taste of the nectar)
What does “neachtar” mean?
“Neachtar” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- nectar
- The sweet liquid that flowers produce and that bees collect to make honey.Also: flower nectar, sweet liquid.
2 other meanings:
- 2nectar
- In mythology, the drink of the gods; also used of any delicious drink.Also: drink of the gods, ambrosia.
- 3nectar
- A thick sweetened fruit juice drink.Also: fruit nectar, fruit juice.
“Neachtar” with the article
Here is neachtar after the article (an t-alt).
an neachtar
the nectar
No change after an
“Neachtar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using neachtar, the Irish word for nectar.
Bailíonn na beacha neachtar ó na bláthanna.
The bees collect nectar from the flowers.
Déanann beacha mil as an neachtar.
Bees make honey from the nectar.
Tá a lán neachtair sna bláthanna seo.
These flowers have a lot of nectar.
Ólann na féileacáin neachtar freisin.
Butterflies drink nectar too.
Bhí an neachtar milis agus tiubh.
The nectar was sweet and thick.
D'ól na déithe neachtar ar Shliabh Oilimpis.
The gods drank nectar on Mount Olympus.
Cheannaigh mé buidéal neachtair phéitseog.
I bought a bottle of peach nectar.
Other nouns in Irish
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Nectar in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for nectar?
The Irish for nectar is neachtar (pronounced “NAKH-tur”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce neachtar in Irish?
Neachtar is said like “NAKH-tur” (IPA /ˈnʲaxt̪ˠəɾˠ/).
Does neachtar have a plural?
No plural form is given for neachtar in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is 'neachtar' the same as 'sú'?
No. 'Sú' is ordinary juice, while 'neachtar' is the sweet liquid in flowers or a thick, sweetened fruit drink.
