HeyRuaHow to say “purging” in Irish
- Irish:
- purgú
- English:
- purging, purge
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “PUR-ug-oo” /ˈpˠɔɾˠəɡuː/
- Genitive singular:
- purgaithe, an phurgaithe (e.g. cúrsa purgaithe, a course of purging)
What does “purgú” mean?
“Purgú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- purging
- The verbal noun of 'purgaigh': the act of purging or cleansing, especially of the bowels or of impurities.Also: purge, purgation, cleansing.
1 other meaning: purge
- 2purge
- The act of removing unwanted people or things from a group or organisation.Also: purging, clearing out.
“Purgú” with the article
Here is purgú after the article (an t-alt).
“Purgú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using purgú, the Irish word for purging.
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Purging in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for purging?
The Irish for purging is purgú (pronounced “PUR-ug-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean purge.
How do you pronounce purgú in Irish?
Purgú is said like “PUR-ug-oo” (IPA /ˈpˠɔɾˠəɡuː/).
Does purgú have a plural?
No plural form is given for purgú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does purgú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Purgú can mean purging or purge, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does purgú change to phurgú or bpurgú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) purgú becomes mo phurgú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpurgú (eclipsis).
How is 'purgú' different from 'purgóid'?
'Purgú' is the act of purging, while 'purgóid' is the purgative medicine itself.
