HeyRuaHow to say “swelling” in Irish
- Irish:
- borradh
- English:
- swelling, surge, boom
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- borr, to swell (ag borradh, swelling)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “BOR-uh” /ˈbˠɔɾˠə/
- Genitive singular:
- borrtha, an bhorrtha (e.g. tréimhse borrtha, a period of swelling)
What does “borradh” mean?
“Borradh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- swelling
- The act of swelling or growing bigger; the verbal noun of the verb 'borr'.Also: growth, increase.
2 other meanings: surge or boom
- 2surge
- A sudden rise or burst of energy, activity or feeling.Also: upsurge, burst, boost.
- 3boom
- A period of rapid growth or expansion, especially in business or the economy.Also: expansion, upturn.
Other Irish words for swelling: at (swelling)
“Borradh” as a verbal noun
After ag, borradh means swelling: it is the verbal noun of the verb borr (to swell). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Borradh” with the article
Here is borradh after the article (an t-alt).
“Borradh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using borradh, the Irish word for swelling.
Other nouns in Irish
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Swelling in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for swelling?
The Irish for swelling is borradh (pronounced “BOR-uh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean surge or boom.
How do you pronounce borradh in Irish?
Borradh is said like “BOR-uh” (IPA /ˈbˠɔɾˠə/).
Does borradh have a plural?
No plural form is given for borradh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does borradh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Borradh can mean swelling, surge or boom, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does borradh change to bhorradh or mborradh?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) borradh becomes mo bhorradh (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mborradh (eclipsis).
How do you say something is booming or thriving?
Use 'tá borradh faoi' or 'tá borradh ar', for example 'tá borradh faoin tionscal' means the industry is booming.
