HeyRuaHow to say “puddle” in Irish
- Irish:
- greallóg
- English:
- puddle, mire
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “GRAL-ohg” /ˈɡɾˠal̪ˠoːɡ/
- Plural:
- greallóga (puddles)
- Genitive singular:
- greallóige, na greallóige (e.g. uisce na greallóige, the puddle water)
- Genitive plural:
- greallóg, na ngreallóg (e.g. bóthar lán greallóg, a road full of puddles)
What does “greallóg” mean?
“Greallóg” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- puddle
- A small pool of muddy water on the ground, especially after rain.Also: mud puddle, pool of water, muddy pool.
“Greallóg” with the article
The plural of puddle in Irish is greallóga. Here is greallóg after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Greallóg” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using greallóg, the Irish word for puddle.
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Puddle in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for puddle?
The Irish for puddle is greallóg (pronounced “GRAL-ohg”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is greallóga. Depending on context it can also mean mire.
How do you pronounce greallóg in Irish?
Greallóg is said like “GRAL-ohg” (IPA /ˈɡɾˠal̪ˠoːɡ/).
What is the plural of puddle in Irish?
The plural of greallóg is greallóga; with the article, na greallóga means “the puddles”. The genitive plural is greallóg, as in bóthar lán greallóg (a road full of puddles).
Does greallóg have more than one meaning?
Yes. Greallóg can mean puddle or mire, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does greallóg change to ghreallóg or ngreallóg?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) greallóg becomes mo ghreallóg (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngreallóg (eclipsis).
What is the difference between greallóg and lochán?
Both can mean a puddle or small pool; greallóg suggests a muddy puddle, while lochán is a small pool or pond, often of clearer water.
