HeyRuaHow to say “vaseline” in Irish
- Irish:
- veasailín
- English:
- vaseline
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “VAS-uh-leen” /ˈvʲasəlʲiːnʲ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- veasailín, an veasailín (e.g. crúsca veasailín, a jar of vaseline)
What does “veasailín” mean?
- vaseline
- A soft, greasy jelly made from petroleum, used on the skin and as a lubricant.Also: petroleum jelly, petrolatum.
“Veasailín” with the article
Here is veasailín after the article (an t-alt).
an veasailín
the vaseline
No change after an
“Veasailín” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using veasailín, the Irish word for vaseline.
Cuir veasailín ar do liopaí scoilte.
Put vaseline on your chapped lips.
Tá an veasailín sa chófra folctha.
The vaseline is in the bathroom cabinet.
Cheannaigh mé crúsca veasailín sa chógaslann.
I bought a jar of vaseline in the pharmacy.
Bíonn veasailín i mo mhála i gcónaí.
I always have vaseline in my bag.
Chuimil sí veasailín ar lámha an linbh.
She rubbed vaseline on the baby's hands.
An bhfuil aon veasailín fágtha againn?
Have we any vaseline left?
Tá boladh an veasailín ar mo lámha fós.
My hands still smell of vaseline.
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Vaseline in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for vaseline?
The Irish for vaseline is veasailín (pronounced “VAS-uh-leen”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce veasailín in Irish?
Veasailín is said like “VAS-uh-leen” (IPA /ˈvʲasəlʲiːnʲ/).
Does veasailín have a plural?
No plural form is given for veasailín in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Is there another Irish word for an ointment?
Yes, 'ungadh' is the general word for an ointment, while 'veasailín' refers specifically to petroleum jelly.
