HeyRuaHow to say “atlas” in Irish
- Irish:
- atlas
- English:
- atlas, atlas vertebra
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “AT-luhss” /ˈat̪ˠləsˠ/
- Plural:
- atlais (atlases)
- Genitive singular:
- atlais, an atlais (e.g. clúdach an atlais, the cover of the atlas)
- Genitive plural:
- atlas, na n-atlas (e.g. bailiúchán na n-atlas, the collection of the atlases)
What does “atlas” mean?
“Atlas” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- atlas
- A book containing a collection of maps.Also: map book, book of maps.
1 other meaning: atlas vertebra
- 2atlas vertebra
- The topmost vertebra of the neck, which supports the skull.Also: atlas, first cervical vertebra.
“Atlas” with the article
The plural of atlas in Irish is atlais. Here is atlas after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Atlas” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using atlas, the Irish word for atlas.
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Atlas in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for atlas?
The Irish for atlas is atlas (pronounced “AT-luhss”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is atlais. Depending on context it can also mean atlas vertebra.
How do you pronounce atlas in Irish?
Atlas is said like “AT-luhss” (IPA /ˈat̪ˠləsˠ/).
What is the plural of atlas in Irish?
The plural of atlas is atlais; with the article, na hatlais means “the atlases”. The genitive plural is atlas, as in bailiúchán na n-atlas (the collection of the atlases).
Does atlas have more than one meaning?
Yes. Atlas can mean atlas or atlas vertebra, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does atlas sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-atlas (the atlas), a hatlas (her atlas), a n-atlas (their atlas), na hatlais (the atlases).
What is the difference between 'atlas' and 'léarscáil'?
A 'léarscáil' is a single map, while an 'atlas' is a whole book of maps.
