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Vinyl in Irish (Vinil): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage

The Irish for vinyl is vinil, a feminine noun.
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How to say “vinyl” in Irish

Irish:
vinil
English:
vinyl
Word type:
noun
Gender:
feminine, second declension
Pronunciation:
“VIN-il”  /vʲɪnʲɪlʲ/
Various forms
Genitive singular:
vinile, na vinile (e.g. urlár vinile, vinyl floor)

What does “vinil” mean?

vinyl
A tough, flexible plastic used for floor coverings, records, clothing and many other products.Also: vinyl plastic, pvc.

“Vinil” with the article

Here is vinil after the article (an t-alt).

an vinil
the vinyl
No change after an

“Vinil” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using vinil, the Irish word for vinyl.

Tá an t-urlár sa chistin déanta de vinil.
The kitchen floor is made of vinyl.
Is maith liom éisteacht le ceol ar vinil.
I like listening to music on vinyl.
Cheannaigh sé taifead vinile sa siopa inné.
He bought a vinyl record in the shop yesterday.
Tá an vinil éasca le glanadh.
Vinyl is easy to clean.
Bhí mála vinile dearg aici.
She had a red vinyl bag.
Tá suim mhór ag daoine óga i vinil arís.
Young people are very interested in vinyl again.
Chuireamar páipéar balla vinile sa seomra folctha.
We put vinyl wallpaper in the bathroom.

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Vinyl in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for vinyl?

The Irish for vinyl is vinil (pronounced “VIN-il”). It’s a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce vinil in Irish?

Vinil is said like “VIN-il” (IPA /vʲɪnʲɪlʲ/).

Does vinil have a plural?

No plural form is given for vinil in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.

How do I say 'a vinyl record' in Irish?

Say 'taifead vinile', using the genitive 'vinile' after the noun, just as in 'urlár vinile' for a vinyl floor.

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