HeyRuaHow to say “bar” in Irish
- Irish:
- sparra
- English:
- bar, spar, barrier
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SPAR-uh” /ˈsˠpˠaɾˠə/
- Plural:
- sparraí (bars)
- Genitive singular:
- sparra, an sparra (e.g. fad an sparra, length of the bar)
- Genitive plural:
- sparraí, na sparraí (e.g. líon na sparraí, the number of bars)
What does “sparra” mean?
“Sparra” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bar
- A bar or bolt used to fasten a door or gate.Also: bolt, crossbar, door bar.
“Sparra” with the article
The plural of bar in Irish is sparraí. Here is sparra after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Sparra” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sparra, the Irish word for bar.
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Bar in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bar?
The Irish for bar is sparra (pronounced “SPAR-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is sparraí. Depending on context it can also mean spar or barrier.
How do you pronounce sparra in Irish?
Sparra is said like “SPAR-uh” (IPA /ˈsˠpˠaɾˠə/).
What is the plural of bar in Irish?
The plural of sparra is sparraí; with the article, na sparraí means “the bars”. The genitive plural is sparraí, as in líon na sparraí (the number of bars).
Does sparra have more than one meaning?
Yes. Sparra can mean bar, spar or barrier, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'sparra' the same as 'bolta'?
Both can fasten a door, but 'sparra' is usually a bar laid across it, while 'bolta' is a sliding bolt.
