HeyRuaHow to say “cloak” in Irish
- Irish:
- fallaing
- English:
- cloak, robe
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FAL-ing” /ˈfˠalˠəŋʲ/
- Plural:
- fallaingí (cloaks)
- Genitive singular:
- fallainge, na fallainge (e.g. cochall na fallainge, the hood of the cloak)
- Genitive plural:
- fallaingí, na bhfallaingí (e.g. cochaill na bhfallaingí, the hoods of the cloaks)
What does “fallaing” mean?
“Fallaing” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- cloak
- A loose outer garment without sleeves, worn over the shoulders.Also: mantle, cape.
“Fallaing” with the article
The plural of cloak in Irish is fallaingí. Here is fallaing after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Fallaing” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using fallaing, the Irish word for cloak.
Other nouns in Irish
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Cloak in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cloak?
The Irish for cloak is fallaing (pronounced “FAL-ing”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is fallaingí. Depending on context it can also mean robe.
How do you pronounce fallaing in Irish?
Fallaing is said like “FAL-ing” (IPA /ˈfˠalˠəŋʲ/).
What is the plural of cloak in Irish?
The plural of fallaing is fallaingí; with the article, na fallaingí means “the cloaks”. The genitive plural is fallaingí, as in cochaill na bhfallaingí (the hoods of the cloaks).
Does fallaing have more than one meaning?
Yes. Fallaing can mean cloak or robe, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does fallaing change to fhallaing or bhfallaing?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) fallaing becomes m'fhallaing (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhfallaing (eclipsis).
What is the difference between fallaing and clóca?
Both can mean cloak; clóca is the usual word for a cloak or cape, while fallaing is also used for robes and gowns, as in fallaing sheomra (dressing gown).
