HeyRuaHow to say “coaster” in Irish
- Irish:
- cóstóir
- English:
- coaster
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “KOH-stoh-ir” /ˈkoːsˠt̪ˠoːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- cóstóirí (coasters)
- Genitive singular:
- cóstóra, an chóstóra (e.g. captaen an chóstóra, the captain of the coaster)
- Genitive plural:
- cóstóirí, na gcóstóirí (e.g. foirne na gcóstóirí, the crews of the coasters)
What does “cóstóir” mean?
- coaster
- A small ship that carries cargo from port to port along the coast.Also: coasting vessel, coastal ship, coastal trader.
Other Irish words for coaster: cóstaer (coaster)
“Cóstóir” with the article
The plural of coaster in Irish is cóstóirí. Here is cóstóir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Cóstóir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using cóstóir, the Irish word for coaster.
Other nouns in Irish
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Coaster in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for coaster?
The Irish for coaster is cóstóir (pronounced “KOH-stoh-ir”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is cóstóirí.
How do you pronounce cóstóir in Irish?
Cóstóir is said like “KOH-stoh-ir” (IPA /ˈkoːsˠt̪ˠoːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of coaster in Irish?
The plural of cóstóir is cóstóirí; with the article, na cóstóirí means “the coasters”. The genitive plural is cóstóirí, as in foirne na gcóstóirí (the crews of the coasters).
Why does cóstóir change to chóstóir or gcóstóir?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) cóstóir becomes mo chóstóir (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcóstóir (eclipsis).
Does 'cóstóir' mean a drinks coaster?
No, 'cóstóir' is a coastal cargo ship. A mat for a glass is usually called 'mata beorach' or 'tráidire gloine'.
