HeyRuaHow to say “petroleum” in Irish
- Irish:
- clochola
- English:
- petroleum
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “KLOKH-ol-uh” /ˈkl̪ˠɔxˌɔl̪ˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- clochola, na clochola (e.g. praghas na clochola, the price of petroleum)
What does “clochola” mean?
- petroleum
- Crude mineral oil found underground, from which petrol and other fuels are made.Also: crude oil, mineral oil, rock oil.
Other Irish words for petroleum: ola (oil)
“Clochola” with the article
Here is clochola after the article (an t-alt).
“Clochola” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clochola, the Irish word for petroleum.
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Petroleum in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for petroleum?
The Irish for petroleum is clochola (pronounced “KLOKH-ol-uh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce clochola in Irish?
Clochola is said like “KLOKH-ol-uh” (IPA /ˈkl̪ˠɔxˌɔl̪ˠə/).
Does clochola have a plural?
No plural form is given for clochola in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does clochola change to chlochola or gclochola?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clochola becomes mo chlochola (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclochola (eclipsis).
Is 'clochola' the same as 'peitreal'?
No. 'Clochola' (literally 'stone oil') is petroleum or crude oil, while 'peitreal' is petrol, the refined fuel made from it. 'Peitriliam' is also used for petroleum.
