HeyRuaHow to say “pus” in Irish
- Irish:
- angadh
- English:
- pus
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AN-goo” /ˈaŋɡu/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- angaidh, an angaidh (e.g. boladh an angaidh, the smell of the pus)
What does “angadh” mean?
- pus
- The thick yellowish liquid that forms in an infected wound or sore.Also: matter, purulent matter, discharge.
“Angadh” with the article
Here is angadh after the article (an t-alt).
an t-angadh
the pus
Masculine nouns take t before a vowel after an
“Angadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using angadh, the Irish word for pus.
Bhí angadh ag teacht as an gcneá.
Pus was coming out of the wound.
Ghlan an bhanaltra an t-angadh go cúramach.
The nurse cleaned the pus carefully.
Tá angadh sa chos aige anois.
There's pus in his leg now.
Is comhartha ionfhabhtaithe é angadh.
Pus is a sign of infection.
Bhí dath buí ar an angadh.
The pus was yellow.
Bhí boladh láidir angaidh ón mbindealán.
There was a strong smell of pus from the bandage.
Scaoil an dochtúir an t-angadh as an niochtán.
The doctor drained the pus from the boil.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Pus in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pus?
The Irish for pus is angadh (pronounced “AN-goo”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce angadh in Irish?
Angadh is said like “AN-goo” (IPA /ˈaŋɡu/).
Does angadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for angadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does angadh sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-angadh (the pus), a hangadh (her pus), a n-angadh (their pus).
Is there another common word for pus in Irish?
Yes, 'othras' is also used, especially for pus or festering matter in a sore, while 'angadh' is the usual word for pus itself.
