HeyRuaHow to say “pulp” in Irish
- Irish:
- laíon
- English:
- pulp, core
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “leen” /l̪ˠiːnˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- laín, an laín (e.g. sú an laín, the juice of the pulp)
What does “laíon” mean?
“Laíon” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pulp
- The soft, fleshy inner part of a fruit, vegetable or stem, or a soft wet mass of material such as wood pulp.Also: pith, flesh of fruit, soft part.
1 other meaning: core
- 2core
- The inner part or core of something, such as the pith of a plant.Also: pith, marrow, inner part.
“Laíon” with the article
Here is laíon after the article (an t-alt).
an laíon
the pulp
No change after an
“Laíon” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using laíon, the Irish word for pulp.
Tá an laíon sa mhealbhacán seo an-bhog.
The pulp in this melon is very soft.
Bain an laíon as an oráiste.
Take the pulp out of the orange.
Déantar páipéar as laíon adhmaid.
Paper is made from wood pulp.
Is maith liom sú oráiste gan laíon.
I like orange juice without pulp.
Bhí blas milis ar an laíon.
The pulp had a sweet taste.
Tá cuid mhaith vitimíní i laíon na dtorthaí.
There are plenty of vitamins in the pulp of fruit.
Bhí dath buí ar fheoil an laín.
The flesh of the pulp was yellow.
Other nouns in Irish
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Pulp in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pulp?
The Irish for pulp is laíon (pronounced “leen”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean core.
How do you pronounce laíon in Irish?
Laíon is said like “leen” (IPA /l̪ˠiːnˠ/).
Does laíon have a plural?
No plural form is given for laíon in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does laíon have more than one meaning?
Yes. Laíon can mean pulp or core, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'laíon' used for wood pulp for paper?
Yes, 'laíon adhmaid' is wood pulp, the raw material for paper.
