HeyRuaHow to say “goat” in Irish
- Irish:
- gabhar
- English:
- goat, scad
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “GOW-er” /ɡəuɾˠ/
- Plural:
- gabhair (goats)
- Genitive singular:
- gabhair, an ghabhair (e.g. bainne an ghabhair, the goat's milk)
- Genitive plural:
- gabhar, na ngabhar (e.g. tréad na ngabhar, the herd of goats)
What does “gabhar” mean?
“Gabhar” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- goat
- A horned farm or wild animal kept for its milk, meat and hair.Also: billy goat, nanny goat, kid.
1 other meaning: scad
- 2scad
- A type of sea fish, also called horse mackerel.Also: horse mackerel.
“Gabhar” with the article
The plural of goat in Irish is gabhair. Here is gabhar after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Gabhar” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using gabhar, the Irish word for goat.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Goat in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for goat?
The Irish for goat is gabhar (pronounced “GOW-er”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is gabhair. Depending on context it can also mean scad.
How do you pronounce gabhar in Irish?
Gabhar is said like “GOW-er” (IPA /ɡəuɾˠ/).
What is the plural of goat in Irish?
The plural of gabhar is gabhair; with the article, na gabhair means “the goats”. The genitive plural is gabhar, as in tréad na ngabhar (the herd of goats).
Does gabhar have more than one meaning?
Yes. Gabhar can mean goat or scad, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does gabhar change to ghabhar or ngabhar?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gabhar becomes mo ghabhar (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngabhar (eclipsis).
What are the words for a male and female goat?
A male goat is pocán (or pocán gabhair) and a female goat is minseach; a kid is meannán.
Does 'gabhar' mean anything in astrology?
Yes, An Gabhar is the star sign Capricorn.
