HeyRuaHow to say “coaster” in Irish
- Irish:
- cóstaer
- English:
- coaster
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KOHS-tair” /ˈkoːst̪ˠeːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- cóstaeirí (coasters)
- Genitive singular:
- cóstaeir, an chóstaeir (e.g. dromchla an chóstaeir, the surface of the coaster)
- Genitive plural:
- cóstaeirí, na gcóstaeirí (e.g. paca cóstaeirí, a pack of coasters)
What does “cóstaer” mean?
“Cóstaer” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- coaster
- A small mat placed under a glass or cup to protect a table.Also: drinks mat, beer mat, table mat.
1 other meaning:
- 2coaster
- A ship that carries goods along the coast from port to port.Also: coastal ship, coasting vessel.
“Cóstaer” with the article
The plural of coaster in Irish is cóstaeirí. Here is cóstaer after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cóstaer” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cóstaer, the Irish word for coaster.
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Coaster in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for coaster?
The Irish for coaster is cóstaer (pronounced “KOHS-tair”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cóstaeirí.
How do you pronounce cóstaer in Irish?
Cóstaer is said like “KOHS-tair” (IPA /ˈkoːst̪ˠeːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of coaster in Irish?
The plural of cóstaer is cóstaeirí; with the article, na cóstaeirí means “the coasters”. The genitive plural is cóstaeirí, as in paca cóstaeirí (a pack of coasters).
Why does cóstaer change to chóstaer or gcóstaer?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cóstaer becomes mo chóstaer (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcóstaer (eclipsis).
Does 'cóstaer' mean the mat for drinks or a ship?
It can mean both: a mat under a glass, and a coastal cargo ship. Context makes it clear, e.g. 'cóstaer faoin gcupán' versus 'cóstaer sa chuan'.
