HeyRuaHow to say “examination” in Irish
- Irish:
- scrúdú
- English:
- examination, examining, medical examination
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- scrúdaigh, to examine (ag scrúdú, examining)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKROO-doo” /ˈsˠkɾˠuːd̪ˠuː/
- Plural:
- scrúduithe (examinations)
- Genitive singular:
- scrúdaithe, an scrúdaithe (e.g. torthaí an scrúdaithe, the results of the exam)
- Genitive plural:
- scrúduithe, na scrúduithe (e.g. tréimhse na scrúduithe, the exam period)
What does “scrúdú” mean?
“Scrúdú” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- examination
- A formal test of knowledge or ability, such as a school or college exam.Also: exam, test.
2 other meanings: examining or medical examination
- 2examining
- The act of examining or inspecting something closely; the verbal noun of the verb scrúdaigh.Also: inspection, scrutiny, investigation.
- 3medical examination
- A check of a person's body by a doctor to see if they are healthy.Also: check-up, examination.
Other Irish words for examination: anailís (analysis)
“Scrúdú” as a verbal noun
After ag, scrúdú means examining: it is the verbal noun of the verb scrúdaigh (to examine). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Scrúdú” with the article
The plural of examination in Irish is scrúduithe. Here is scrúdú after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scrúdú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scrúdú, the Irish word for examination.
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Examination in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for examination?
The Irish for examination is scrúdú (pronounced “SKROO-doo”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scrúduithe. Depending on context it can also mean examining or medical examination.
How do you pronounce scrúdú in Irish?
Scrúdú is said like “SKROO-doo” (IPA /ˈsˠkɾˠuːd̪ˠuː/).
What is the plural of examination in Irish?
The plural of scrúdú is scrúduithe; with the article, na scrúduithe means “the examinations”. The genitive plural is scrúduithe, as in tréimhse na scrúduithe (the exam period).
Does scrúdú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scrúdú can mean examination, examining or medical examination, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'sit an exam' and 'pass an exam' in Irish?
To sit an exam is 'scrúdú a dhéanamh'; to pass is 'éirí leat sa scrúdú' or 'pas a fháil sa scrúdú', and to fail is 'theip orm sa scrúdú'.
What is the difference between scrúdú and triail?
Scrúdú is a formal examination, while triail means a trial or try-out, also a court trial; for a short class test 'triail' or 'scrúdú beag' can both be heard.
