HeyRuaHow to say “cloudiness” in Irish
- Irish:
- scamallacht
- English:
- cloudiness, dimness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAH-muh-lukht” /ˈskaməl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/
- Genitive singular:
- scamallachta, na scamallachta (e.g. leibhéal na scamallachta, the level of cloudiness)
What does “scamallacht” mean?
“Scamallacht” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- cloudiness
- The state of being cloudy or overcast, as of the sky or weather.Also: cloud cover, overcast, cloudy weather.
1 other meaning: dimness
- 2dimness
- A hazy or clouded quality, as of vision, liquid or the mind.Also: haziness, murkiness, obscurity.
“Scamallacht” with the article
Here is scamallacht after the article (an t-alt).
“Scamallacht” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scamallacht, the Irish word for cloudiness.
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Cloudiness in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for cloudiness?
The Irish for cloudiness is scamallacht (pronounced “SKAH-muh-lukht”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean dimness.
How do you pronounce scamallacht in Irish?
Scamallacht is said like “SKAH-muh-lukht” (IPA /ˈskaməl̪ˠəxt̪ˠ/).
Does scamallacht have a plural?
No plural form is given for scamallacht in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does scamallacht have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scamallacht can mean cloudiness or dimness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How is scamallacht different from scamall?
Scamall is a single cloud, while scamallacht is the general state of cloudiness, often heard in weather forecasts.
