HeyRuaHow to say “draughts” in Irish
- Irish:
- táiplis
- English:
- draughts, backgammon
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TAWP-lish” /ˈt̪ˠaːpʲlʲɪʃ/
- Genitive singular:
- táiplise, na táiplise (e.g. clár táiplise, a draughts board)
What does “táiplis” mean?
“Táiplis” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- draughts
- A board game for two players who move round pieces diagonally across a chequered board.Also: checkers, draught, checker.
1 other meaning: backgammon
- 2backgammon
- In the phrase 'táiplis mhór', the board game backgammon, played with dice and counters.Also: backgammon board.
“Táiplis” with the article
Here is táiplis after the article (an t-alt).
“Táiplis” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using táiplis, the Irish word for draughts.
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Draughts in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for draughts?
The Irish for draughts is táiplis (pronounced “TAWP-lish”). It’s a feminine noun. Depending on context it can also mean backgammon.
How do you pronounce táiplis in Irish?
Táiplis is said like “TAWP-lish” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠaːpʲlʲɪʃ/).
Does táiplis have a plural?
No plural form is given for táiplis in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does táiplis have more than one meaning?
Yes. Táiplis can mean draughts or backgammon, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does táiplis change to tháiplis or dtáiplis?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) táiplis becomes mo tháiplis (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtáiplis (eclipsis).
How do I say chess as opposed to draughts?
Chess is 'ficheall', while draughts is 'táiplis'; backgammon is 'táiplis mhór'.
What verb is used with táiplis?
Use 'imir': 'ag imirt táiplise' means playing draughts.
