HeyRuaHow to say “depot” in Irish
- Irish:
- iosta
- English:
- depot, dwelling
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “IS-tuh” /ˈɪsˠt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- iostaí (depots)
- Genitive singular:
- iosta, an iosta (e.g. doras an iosta, the door of the depot)
- Genitive plural:
- iostaí, na n-iostaí (e.g. líon na n-iostaí, the number of depots)
What does “iosta” mean?
“Iosta” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- depot
- A place where goods or supplies are stored, such as a storehouse or warehouse.Also: storehouse, store, warehouse.
1 other meaning: dwelling
- 2dwelling
- A place where someone lives; an abode (literary).Also: abode, habitation.
“Iosta” with the article
The plural of depot in Irish is iostaí. Here is iosta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Iosta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using iosta, the Irish word for depot.
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Depot in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for depot?
The Irish for depot is iosta (pronounced “IS-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is iostaí. Depending on context it can also mean dwelling.
How do you pronounce iosta in Irish?
Iosta is said like “IS-tuh” (IPA /ˈɪsˠt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of depot in Irish?
The plural of iosta is iostaí; with the article, na hiostaí means “the depots”. The genitive plural is iostaí, as in líon na n-iostaí (the number of depots).
Does iosta have more than one meaning?
Yes. Iosta can mean depot or dwelling, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does iosta sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-iosta (the depot), a hiosta (her depot), a n-iosta (their depot), na hiostaí (the depots).
What is the difference between 'iosta' and 'stóras'?
Both can mean a storehouse; 'stóras' is the usual word for a store or warehouse, while 'iosta' is used especially for a depot, as in 'iosta bus'.
