Irish Word of the Day
bia
BEE-uh • noun — 30th of May, 2026
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Meaning: food
Examples
- Tá bia sa chuisneoir.
(There is food in the fridge.) - Ithim bia sláintiúil gach lá.
(I eat healthy food every day.) - Ar mhaith leat bia?
(Would you like some food?)
Synonyms
- béile
- lón
Bia is the general word for food in Irish. Use it when talking about food in general, groceries, or meals. Common collocations include 'bia sláintiúil' (healthy food) and verbs like 'ith' (to eat) or 'ullmhaigh bia' (to prepare food). 'Béile' refers more to a meal, and 'lón' specifically means lunch.
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