HeyRuaHow to say “cloud” in Irish
- Irish:
- scamall
- English:
- cloud, gloom, web
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAM-ul” /ˈskaməl̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- scamaill (clouds)
- Genitive singular:
- scamaill, an scamaill (e.g. scáth an scamaill, the shadow of the cloud)
- Genitive plural:
- scamall, na scamall (e.g. cruthanna na scamall, the shapes of the clouds)
What does “scamall” mean?
“Scamall” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- cloud
- A visible mass of water vapour floating in the sky.Also: rain cloud, overcast.
2 other meanings: gloom or web
- 2gloom
- A shadow of sadness or worry over a person or situation.Also: cloud, shadow.
- 3web
- The skin between the toes of a bird or animal, as on a duck's foot.Also: webbing, web between toes.
Other Irish words for cloud: néal (cloud)
“Scamall” with the article
The plural of cloud in Irish is scamaill. Here is scamall after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scamall” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scamall, the Irish word for cloud.
Other nouns in Irish
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Cloud in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cloud?
The Irish for cloud is scamall (pronounced “SKAM-ul”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scamaill. Depending on context it can also mean gloom or web.
How do you pronounce scamall in Irish?
Scamall is said like “SKAM-ul” (IPA /ˈskaməl̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of cloud in Irish?
The plural of scamall is scamaill; with the article, na scamaill means “the clouds”. The genitive plural is scamall, as in cruthanna na scamall (the shapes of the clouds).
Does scamall have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scamall can mean cloud, gloom or web, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'scamall' and 'néal'?
Both mean cloud; 'scamall' is the usual word, while 'néal' is also common and can mean a nap or a swoon, as in 'néal codlata'.
How do I say 'cloudy' in Irish?
Use the adjective 'scamallach', as in 'Tá sé scamallach inniu' (It's cloudy today).
