HeyRuaHow to say “filtering” in Irish
- Irish:
- scagadh
- English:
- filtering, refining, screening
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- scag, to strain (ag scagadh, straining)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAH-guh” /ˈsˠkaɡə/
- Genitive singular:
- scagtha, an scagtha (e.g. próiseas an scagtha, the filtering process)
What does “scagadh” mean?
“Scagadh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- filtering
- The act of passing a liquid or gas through something to remove impurities; verbal noun of the verb scag.Also: filtration, straining, sieving.
2 other meanings: refining or screening
- 2refining
- The process of purifying or refining a substance such as oil or metal.Also: refinement, purification.
- 3screening
- Careful examination or sifting of people, information or ideas to separate or select them.Also: sifting, scrutiny, critical examination, vetting.
“Scagadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, scagadh means straining: it is the verbal noun of the verb scag (to strain). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Scagadh” with the article
Here is scagadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Scagadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scagadh, the Irish word for filtering.
Other nouns in Irish
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Filtering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for filtering?
The Irish for filtering is scagadh (pronounced “SKAH-guh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean refining or screening.
How do you pronounce scagadh in Irish?
Scagadh is said like “SKAH-guh” (IPA /ˈsˠkaɡə/).
Does scagadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for scagadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does scagadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scagadh can mean filtering, refining or screening, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between scagadh and scagaire?
Scagadh is the act of filtering, while scagaire is the filter itself, the device that does it.
