HeyRuaHow to say “roasting” in Irish
- Irish:
- róstadh
- English:
- roasting, scorching
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- róst, to roast (ag róstadh, roasting)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “ROH-stuh” /ˈɾˠoːsˠt̪ˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- rósta, an rósta (e.g. am rósta, roasting time)
What does “róstadh” mean?
“Róstadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- roasting
- The verbal noun of the verb róst: the act of cooking food such as meat in an oven or over a fire.Also: roast, toasting.
1 other meaning: scorching
- 2scorching
- Strong heating or burning of something, as by the sun or a fire.Also: baking, burning.
“Róstadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, róstadh means roasting: it is the verbal noun of the verb róst (to roast). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Róstadh” with the article
Here is róstadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Róstadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using róstadh, the Irish word for roasting.
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Roasting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for roasting?
The Irish for roasting is róstadh (pronounced “ROH-stuh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean scorching.
How do you pronounce róstadh in Irish?
Róstadh is said like “ROH-stuh” (IPA /ˈɾˠoːsˠt̪ˠə/).
Does róstadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for róstadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does róstadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Róstadh can mean roasting or scorching, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between róstadh and rósta?
Róstadh is the act of roasting (ag róstadh feola), while rósta is used as a noun for a roast or as an adjective meaning roasted, as in mairteoil rósta.
