HeyRuaHow to say “brake” in Irish
- Irish:
- coscán
- English:
- brake, check
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KUS-kawn” /ˈkɔskɑːn̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- coscáin (brakes)
- Genitive singular:
- coscáin, an choscáin (e.g. troitheán an choscáin, the brake pedal)
- Genitive plural:
- coscán, na gcoscán (e.g. deisiú na gcoscán, the repair of the brakes)
What does “coscán” mean?
“Coscán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- brake
- A device used to slow down or stop a vehicle or machine.Also: brakes, braking device.
1 other meaning: check
- 2check
- Something that restrains or holds back, a curb or restraint.Also: restraint, curb, deterrent.
“Coscán” with the article
The plural of brake in Irish is coscáin. Here is coscán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Coscán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using coscán, the Irish word for brake.
Other nouns in Irish
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Brake in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for brake?
The Irish for brake is coscán (pronounced “KUS-kawn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is coscáin. Depending on context it can also mean check.
How do you pronounce coscán in Irish?
Coscán is said like “KUS-kawn” (IPA /ˈkɔskɑːn̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of brake in Irish?
The plural of coscán is coscáin; with the article, na coscáin means “the brakes”. The genitive plural is coscán, as in deisiú na gcoscán (the repair of the brakes).
Does coscán have more than one meaning?
Yes. Coscán can mean brake or check, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does coscán change to choscán or gcoscán?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) coscán becomes mo choscán (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcoscán (eclipsis).
What verb goes with 'coscán' when braking?
You can say 'an coscán a bhrú' (to press the brake) or use the verb 'coscáin' (to brake).
