Perfume in Irish (Cumhrán): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for perfume?

The Irish for perfume is cumhrán (pronounced “KOO-rawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cumhráin. Depending on context it can also mean fragrance.

Q: What is the plural of perfume in Irish?

The plural of cumhrán is cumhráin; with the article, na cumhráin means “the perfumes”. The genitive plural is cumhrán, as in siopa cumhrán (a perfume shop).

Q: Does cumhrán have more than one meaning?

Yes. Cumhrán can mean perfume or fragrance, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “perfume” in Irish

Irish:: cumhrán
English:: perfume, fragrance
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, first declension
Pronunciation:: “KOO-rawn” /ˈkuːɾˠaːnˠ/

Various forms

Plural:: cumhráin (perfumes)
Genitive singular:: cumhráin, an chumhráin (e.g. boladh an chumhráin, the smell of the perfume)
Genitive plural:: cumhrán, na gcumhrán (e.g. siopa cumhrán, a perfume shop)

What does “cumhrán” mean?

“Cumhrán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

perfume: A scented liquid that people put on their skin to smell pleasant.Also: scent, cologne.

1 other meaning: fragrance

2fragrance: A sweet or pleasant smell, such as that of flowers.Also: aroma, sweet smell, scent.

“Cumhrán” with the article

The plural of perfume in Irish is cumhráin. Here is cumhrán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an cumhrán

the perfume

No change after an

na cumhráin

the perfumes

Plural: no change after na

“Cumhrán” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using cumhrán, the Irish word for perfume.

Cheannaigh mé cumhrán do mo mháthair.

I bought perfume for my mother.

Tá an cumhrán seo an-daor.

This perfume is very expensive.

Ní maith liom boladh an chumhráin sin.

I don't like the smell of that perfume.

Díolann siad cumhráin agus seampúnna sa siopa.

They sell perfumes and shampoos in the shop.

Chuir sí braon de mo chumhrán uirthi féin.

She put a drop of my perfume on herself.

Bhí cumhrán na rósanna ar fud an ghairdín.

The scent of the roses filled the garden.

Tá cumhrán láidir sa seomra seo.

There is a strong scent in this room.

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Perfume in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for perfume?

The Irish for perfume is cumhrán (pronounced “KOO-rawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cumhráin. Depending on context it can also mean fragrance.

How do you pronounce cumhrán in Irish?

Cumhrán is said like “KOO-rawn” (IPA /ˈkuːɾˠaːnˠ/).

What is the plural of perfume in Irish?

The plural of cumhrán is cumhráin; with the article, na cumhráin means “the perfumes”. The genitive plural is cumhrán, as in siopa cumhrán (a perfume shop).

Does cumhrán have more than one meaning?

Yes. Cumhrán can mean perfume or fragrance, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does cumhrán change to chumhrán or gcumhrán?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cumhrán becomes mo chumhrán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcumhrán (eclipsis).

What is the difference between 'cumhrán' and 'boladh'?

'Boladh' is any smell, good or bad, while 'cumhrán' is a pleasant scent or perfume.

Perfume in Irish (Cumhrán): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage