HeyRuaHow to say “stewing” in Irish
- Irish:
- stobhadh
- English:
- stewing, stew
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- stobh, to stew (ag stobhadh, stewing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “STOH-woo” /ˈst̪ˠoːwə/
- Genitive singular:
- stofa, an stofa (e.g. pota stofa, a stew pot)
What does “stobhadh” mean?
“Stobhadh” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- stewing
- The act of cooking food slowly in liquid; it is the verbal noun of the verb stobh, to stew.Also: stew, braising.
1 other meaning: stew
- 2stew
- A dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly in liquid.Also: Irish stew, casserole.
“Stobhadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, stobhadh means stewing: it is the verbal noun of the verb stobh (to stew). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Stobhadh” with the article
Here is stobhadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Stobhadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using stobhadh, the Irish word for stewing.
Other nouns in Irish
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Stewing in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for stewing?
The Irish for stewing is stobhadh (pronounced “STOH-woo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean stew.
How do you pronounce stobhadh in Irish?
Stobhadh is said like “STOH-woo” (IPA /ˈst̪ˠoːwə/).
Does stobhadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for stobhadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does stobhadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Stobhadh can mean stewing or stew, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'stewed' as an adjective?
Use the verbal adjective stofa, as in feoil stofa, stewed meat; it is the same form as the genitive of stobhadh.
