HeyRuaHow to say “smelting” in Irish
- Irish:
- bruithniú
- English:
- smelting, intense heating
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “BRIH-new” /ˈbˠɾˠɪhn̠ʲuː/
- Genitive singular:
- bruithnithe, an bhruithnithe (e.g. próiseas an bhruithnithe, the smelting process)
What does “bruithniú” mean?
“Bruithniú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- smelting
- The process of heating ore to melt it and extract metal; verbal noun of the verb 'bruithnigh'.Also: smelt, fusing ore, melting.
1 other meaning: intense heating
- 2intense heating
- The act of heating something intensely, roasting or baking it until very hot.Also: roasting, baking, scorching.
“Bruithniú” with the article
Here is bruithniú after the article (an t-alt).
“Bruithniú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bruithniú, the Irish word for smelting.
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Smelting in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for smelting?
The Irish for smelting is bruithniú (pronounced “BRIH-new”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean intense heating.
How do you pronounce bruithniú in Irish?
Bruithniú is said like “BRIH-new” (IPA /ˈbˠɾˠɪhn̠ʲuː/).
Does bruithniú have a plural?
No plural form is given for bruithniú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does bruithniú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bruithniú can mean smelting or intense heating, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bruithniú change to bhruithniú or mbruithniú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bruithniú becomes mo bhruithniú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbruithniú (eclipsis).
How is 'bruithniú' different from 'leá'?
'Leá' is general melting, while 'bruithniú' is specifically heating ore to extract metal, smelting.
