HeyRuaHow to say “spinach” in Irish
- Irish:
- spionáiste
- English:
- spinach
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SPIN-aw-shtyeh” /ˈsˠpʲɪnˠaːʃtʲə/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- spionáiste, an spionáiste (e.g. duilleoga spionáiste, spinach leaves)
What does “spionáiste” mean?
- spinach
- A leafy green vegetable that is eaten cooked or raw.Also: spinach leaves, leafy green.
“Spionáiste” with the article
Here is spionáiste after the article (an t-alt).
an spionáiste
the spinach
No change after an
“Spionáiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using spionáiste, the Irish word for spinach.
Is maith liom spionáiste le prátaí.
I like spinach with potatoes.
Tá an spionáiste úr sa chuisneoir.
The fresh spinach is in the fridge.
Rinne sí anraith spionáiste don dinnéar.
She made spinach soup for dinner.
Cheannaigh mé mála spionáiste sa siopa.
I bought a bag of spinach in the shop.
Tá go leor iarainn i spionáiste.
There is plenty of iron in spinach.
Ní ithfidh mo mhac spionáiste ar chor ar bith.
My son won't eat spinach at all.
Cuir an spionáiste isteach sa sailéad.
Put the spinach into the salad.
Other nouns in Irish
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Spinach in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for spinach?
The Irish for spinach is spionáiste (pronounced “SPIN-aw-shtyeh”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce spionáiste in Irish?
Spionáiste is said like “SPIN-aw-shtyeh” (IPA /ˈsˠpʲɪnˠaːʃtʲə/).
Does spionáiste have a plural?
No plural form is given for spionáiste in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is 'spionáiste' countable in Irish?
No, like English 'spinach' it is a mass noun with no plural; say 'duilleog spionáiste' for a single leaf.
