HeyRuaHow to say “tastiness” in Irish
- Irish:
- blastacht
- English:
- tastiness, sweetness of speech
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “BLAS-tukht” /ˈbˠl̪ˠasˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- blastachta, na blastachta (e.g. easpa blastachta, lack of tastiness)
What does “blastacht” mean?
“Blastacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- tastiness
- The quality of having a good, pleasant flavour.Also: flavour, savouriness, relish.
1 other meaning: sweetness of speech
- 2sweetness of speech
- Pleasantness or neatness of expression, especially of a well-spoken accent or turn of phrase.Also: pleasantness, neatness of expression.
“Blastacht” with the article
Here is blastacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Blastacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using blastacht, the Irish word for tastiness.
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Tastiness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for tastiness?
The Irish for tastiness is blastacht (pronounced “BLAS-tukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean sweetness of speech.
How do you pronounce blastacht in Irish?
Blastacht is said like “BLAS-tukht” (IPA /ˈbˠl̪ˠasˠt̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does blastacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for blastacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does blastacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Blastacht can mean tastiness or sweetness of speech, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does blastacht change to bhlastacht or mblastacht?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) blastacht becomes mo bhlastacht (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mblastacht (eclipsis).
How is 'blastacht' different from 'blas'?
'Blas' is the general word for taste or flavour, and also accent, while 'blastacht' is the quality of being tasty, from the adjective 'blasta'.
