HeyRuaHow to say “squeezing” in Irish
- Irish:
- fáscadh
- English:
- squeezing, tightening
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- fáisc, to squeeze (ag fáscadh, squeezing)
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAWS-kuh” /ˈfˠaːsˠkə/
- Plural:
- fáscaí
- Genitive singular:
- fáscaidh, an fháscaidh (e.g. neart an fháscaidh, the strength of the squeeze)
- Genitive plural:
- fáscaí, na bhfáscaí (e.g. líon na bhfáscaí, the number of squeezes)
What does “fáscadh” mean?
“Fáscadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- squeezing
- The act of squeezing, pressing or wringing something; verbal noun of the verb fáisc.Also: squeeze, pressing, wringing, compression.
1 other meaning: tightening
- 2tightening
- A tightening, binding or bracing of something, such as a belt or a grip.Also: binding, bracing, grip.
“Fáscadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, fáscadh means squeezing: it is the verbal noun of the verb fáisc (to squeeze). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Fáscadh” with the article
The plural of squeezing in Irish is fáscaí. Here is fáscadh after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fáscadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fáscadh, the Irish word for squeezing.
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Squeezing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for squeezing?
The Irish for squeezing is fáscadh (pronounced “FAWS-kuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is fáscaí. Depending on context it can also mean tightening.
How do you pronounce fáscadh in Irish?
Fáscadh is said like “FAWS-kuh” (IPA /ˈfˠaːsˠkə/).
What is the plural of squeezing in Irish?
The plural of fáscadh is fáscaí; with the article, it is na fáscaí. The genitive plural is fáscaí, as in líon na bhfáscaí (the number of squeezes).
Does fáscadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fáscadh can mean squeezing or tightening, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fáscadh change to fháscadh or bhfáscadh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fáscadh becomes m'fháscadh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfáscadh (eclipsis).
What is the difference between fáscadh and brú?
Fáscadh is squeezing or wringing something, often by gripping or twisting, while brú is more general pressure or pushing.
Is fáscadh láimhe the usual word for a handshake?
Not quite: fáscadh láimhe is a squeeze of the hand, while a handshake is usually croitheadh láimhe.
