HeyRuaHow to say “soup” in Irish
- Irish:
- anraith
- English:
- soup, broth
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AN-ruh” /ˈan̪ˠɾˠə/
- Plural:
- anraithí (soups)
- Genitive singular:
- anraith, an anraith (e.g. blas an anraith, the taste of the soup)
- Genitive plural:
- anraithí, na n-anraithí (e.g. roghnú na n-anraithí, the choice of soups)
What does “anraith” mean?
“Anraith” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- soup
- A liquid food made by boiling meat, fish or vegetables in water or stock.Also: broth, potage.
1 other meaning: broth
- 2broth
- A thin clear liquid in which meat or vegetables have been cooked.Also: stock, bouillon.
“Anraith” with the article
The plural of soup in Irish is anraithí. Here is anraith after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Anraith” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using anraith, the Irish word for soup.
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Soup in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for soup?
The Irish for soup is anraith (pronounced “AN-ruh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is anraithí. Depending on context it can also mean broth.
How do you pronounce anraith in Irish?
Anraith is said like “AN-ruh” (IPA /ˈan̪ˠɾˠə/).
What is the plural of soup in Irish?
The plural of anraith is anraithí; with the article, na hanraithí means “the soups”. The genitive plural is anraithí, as in roghnú na n-anraithí (the choice of soups).
Does anraith have more than one meaning?
Yes. Anraith can mean soup or broth, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does anraith sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-anraith (the soup), a hanraith (her soup), a n-anraith (their soup), na hanraithí (the soups).
What is the difference between 'anraith' and 'brat'?
'Anraith' is the general word for soup, while 'brat' usually means a thin broth. Most learners will want 'anraith'.
