HeyRuaHow to say “fun” in Irish
- Irish:
- scléip
- English:
- fun, boastfulness
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “shklayp” /ʃcl̠ʲeːpʲ/
- Plural:
- scléipeanna
- Genitive singular:
- scléipe, na scléipe (e.g. oíche scléipe, a night of fun)
- Genitive plural:
- scléipeanna, na scléipeanna (e.g. cuimhne na scléipeanna, the memory of the festivities)
What does “scléip” mean?
“Scléip” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- fun
- Lively merriment and high spirits, especially at a gathering or party.Also: merriment, revelry, high spirits, festivity.
“Scléip” with the article
The plural of fun in Irish is scléipeanna. Here is scléip after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scléip” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scléip, the Irish word for fun.
Other nouns in Irish
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Fun in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for fun?
The Irish for fun is scléip (pronounced “shklayp”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is scléipeanna. Depending on context it can also mean boastfulness.
How do you pronounce scléip in Irish?
Scléip is said like “shklayp” (IPA /ʃcl̠ʲeːpʲ/).
What is the plural of fun in Irish?
The plural of scléip is scléipeanna; with the article, it is na scléipeanna. The genitive plural is scléipeanna, as in cuimhne na scléipeanna (the memory of the festivities).
Does scléip have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scléip can mean fun or boastfulness, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between 'scléip' and 'spraoi'?
Both mean fun, but 'scléip' suggests lively, noisy merriment at a gathering, while 'spraoi' is more general play or fun.
