HeyRuaHow to say “viticulture” in Irish
- Irish:
- fíonsaothrú
- English:
- viticulture
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “FEEN-see-ruu” /ˈfʲiːnˌsˠiːɾˠuː/
- Genitive singular:
- fíonsaothraithe, an fhíonsaothraithe (e.g. tionscal an fhíonsaothraithe, the viticulture industry)
What does “fíonsaothrú” mean?
- viticulture
- The growing of grapes and the making of wine as an industry or craft.Also: winegrowing, wine production, vine growing.
“Fíonsaothrú” with the article
Here is fíonsaothrú after the article (an t-alt).
“Fíonsaothrú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fíonsaothrú, the Irish word for viticulture.
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Viticulture in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for viticulture?
The Irish for viticulture is fíonsaothrú (pronounced “FEEN-see-ruu”). It’s a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce fíonsaothrú in Irish?
Fíonsaothrú is said like “FEEN-see-ruu” (IPA /ˈfʲiːnˌsˠiːɾˠuː/).
Does fíonsaothrú have a plural?
No plural form is given for fíonsaothrú in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Why does fíonsaothrú change to fhíonsaothrú or bhfíonsaothrú?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fíonsaothrú becomes m'fhíonsaothrú (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfíonsaothrú (eclipsis).
How is 'fíonsaothrú' formed?
It combines 'fíon' (wine) with 'saothrú' (cultivation), so it literally means wine cultivation.
What is the word for a vineyard?
A vineyard is 'fíonghort', while 'fíonsaothrú' is the practice of growing vines and making wine.
