crúiscín
The English word jug is crúiscín in Irish.
The term is used to refer to a vessel used for serving liquids.
Meaning: serving vessel (noun)
Did you know?
- In historical Irish rural life, a crúiscín was often used not just for serving but for storing buttermilk in the dairy.
- In the Irish language, the diminutive suffix -ín can be used to make a word sound more endearing or affectionate, regardless of the object's actual size.
- The word pota can substitute for crúiscín in certain contexts, even though it literally translates to 'pot' in English.
Examples in context
- Arís, cuirim an tae sa gallúnach.Again, I pour the tea into the jug.
- Tá crúiscín ar an mbord.There is a jug on the table.
Example conversation
Cian and Saoirse are preparing drinks in the kitchen.
- CianSaoirse, cá bhfuil an crúiscín?Saoirse, where is the jug?
- SaoirseTá sé in airneán an chistin.It is in the kitchen cupboard.
- CianGo raibh maith agat, a Saoirse.Thank you, Saoirse.
- SaoirseTá fáilte romhat, a Chian.You are welcome, Cian.
