HeyRuaHow to say “bowl” in Irish
- Irish:
- scála
- English:
- bowl, scale-pan, measure
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAW-luh” /ˈsˠkaːlˠə/
- Plural:
- scálaí (bowls)
- Genitive singular:
- scála, an scála (e.g. béal an scála, the rim of the bowl)
- Genitive plural:
- scálaí, na scálaí (e.g. bailiúchán na scálaí, the collection of bowls)
What does “scála” mean?
“Scála” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- bowl
- A wide open dish or basin, for example for holding liquid or food.Also: basin, dish.
2 other meanings: scale-pan or measure
- 2scale-pan
- The pan of a balance; in the plural, scales for weighing.Also: scales, weighing scales, balance.
- 3measure
- A measure or standard of quantity.Also: scale.
Other Irish words for bowl: babhla (bowl)
“Scála” with the article
The plural of bowl in Irish is scálaí. Here is scála after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scála” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scála, the Irish word for bowl.
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Bowl in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for bowl?
The Irish for bowl is scála (pronounced “SKAW-luh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scálaí. Depending on context it can also mean scale-pan or measure.
How do you pronounce scála in Irish?
Scála is said like “SKAW-luh” (IPA /ˈsˠkaːlˠə/).
What is the plural of bowl in Irish?
The plural of scála is scálaí; with the article, na scálaí means “the bowls”. The genitive plural is scálaí, as in bailiúchán na scálaí (the collection of bowls).
Does scála have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scála can mean bowl, scale-pan or measure, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'scála' the usual word for a cereal bowl?
'Scála' is correct, but 'babhla' is also very common for a bowl in everyday speech.
How do I say weighing scales?
Use the plural 'scálaí', or the word 'meá' for a balance.
