HeyRuaHow to say “porridge” in Irish
- Irish:
- potáiste
- English:
- porridge, pottage
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “puh-TAWSH-tyuh” /pˠəˈt̪ˠɑːʃtʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- potáiste, an photáiste (e.g. babhla potáiste, a bowl of porridge)
What does “potáiste” mean?
“Potáiste” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- porridge
- A hot breakfast food made by boiling oatmeal in water or milk.Also: oatmeal, stirabout, oat porridge.
“Potáiste” with the article
Here is potáiste after the article (an t-alt).
“Potáiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using potáiste, the Irish word for porridge.
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Porridge in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for porridge?
The Irish for porridge is potáiste (pronounced “puh-TAWSH-tyuh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean pottage.
How do you pronounce potáiste in Irish?
Potáiste is said like “puh-TAWSH-tyuh” (IPA /pˠəˈt̪ˠɑːʃtʲə/).
Does potáiste have a plural?
No plural form is given for potáiste in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does potáiste have more than one meaning?
Yes. Potáiste can mean porridge or pottage, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does potáiste change to photáiste or bpotáiste?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) potáiste becomes mo photáiste (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpotáiste (eclipsis).
What is the difference between potáiste, leite and brachán?
All can mean porridge: leite is the common word in many areas, brachán is also used, and potáiste is widely used too, especially in Ulster and colloquially.
