HeyRuaHow to say “vacuum” in Irish
- Irish:
- folús
- English:
- vacuum, emptiness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FUL-oos” /ˈfˠɔlˠuːsˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- folúis, an fholúis (e.g. seomra folúis, vacuum chamber)
What does “folús” mean?
“Folús” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- vacuum
- A space with no air or matter in it.Also: void, empty space.
1 other meaning: emptiness
- 2emptiness
- The state of being empty, or an empty feeling or gap.Also: void, gap, blank.
Other Irish words for vacuum: folúsghlantóir (vacuum cleaner), húvaráil (hoover)
“Folús” with the article
Here is folús after the article (an t-alt).
“Folús” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using folús, the Irish word for vacuum.
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Vacuum in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for vacuum?
The Irish for vacuum is folús (pronounced “FUL-oos”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean emptiness.
How do you pronounce folús in Irish?
Folús is said like “FUL-oos” (IPA /ˈfˠɔlˠuːsˠ/).
Does folús have a plural?
No plural form is given for folús in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does folús have more than one meaning?
Yes. Folús can mean vacuum or emptiness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does folús change to fholús or bhfolús?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) folús becomes m'fholús (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfolús (eclipsis).
How do I say 'vacuum cleaner' in Irish?
Use folúsghlantóir, and the verb 'to vacuum' is folúsghlan.
