HeyRuaHow to say “small quantity” in Irish
- Irish:
- taoscán
- English:
- small quantity, fair amount
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TEES-kawn” /ˈt̪ˠiːsˠkaːnˠ/
- Plural:
- taoscáin (small quantities)
- Genitive singular:
- taoscáin, an taoscáin (e.g. fad an taoscáin, the size of the small quantity)
- Genitive plural:
- taoscán, na dtaoscán (e.g. méid na dtaoscán, the amount of the small quantities)
What does “taoscán” mean?
“Taoscán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- small quantity
- A small amount or quantity of something, especially of a liquid, as much as can be poured out.Also: drop, small amount, dash, sup.
1 other meaning: fair amount
- 2fair amount
- A considerable or fair quantity of something, a good drop.Also: good drop, considerable quantity.
“Taoscán” with the article
The plural of small quantity in Irish is taoscáin. Here is taoscán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Taoscán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taoscán, the Irish word for small quantity.
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Small quantity in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for small quantity?
The Irish for small quantity is taoscán (pronounced “TEES-kawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is taoscáin. Depending on context it can also mean fair amount.
How do you pronounce taoscán in Irish?
Taoscán is said like “TEES-kawn” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠiːsˠkaːnˠ/).
What is the plural of small quantity in Irish?
The plural of taoscán is taoscáin; with the article, na taoscáin means “the small quantities”. The genitive plural is taoscán, as in méid na dtaoscán (the amount of the small quantities).
Does taoscán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taoscán can mean small quantity or fair amount, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taoscán change to thaoscán or dtaoscán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taoscán becomes mo thaoscán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaoscán (eclipsis).
How is 'taoscán' different from 'braon'?
'Braon' is a drop in the sense of a single drop, while 'taoscán' is a small pouring or quantity, as in 'taoscán bainne', a drop of milk.
