Grate in Irish (Gráta): Meaning & Pronunciation

Q: What is the Irish for grate?

The Irish for grate is gráta (pronounced “GRAW-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is grátaí. Depending on context it can also mean grating.

Q: What is the plural of grate in Irish?

The plural of gráta is grátaí; with the article, na grátaí means “the grates”. The genitive plural is grátaí, as in díoltóir grátaí (a grate seller).

Q: Does gráta have more than one meaning?

Yes. Gráta can mean grate or grating, depending on context; the first is the most common.

How to say “grate” in Irish

Irish:: gráta
English:: grate, grating
Word type:: noun
Gender:: masculine, fourth declension
Pronunciation:: “GRAW-tuh” /ˈɡɾˠaːt̪ˠə/

Various forms

Plural:: grátaí (grates)
Genitive singular:: gráta, an ghráta (e.g. barraí an ghráta, the bars of the grate)
Genitive plural:: grátaí, na ngrátaí (e.g. díoltóir grátaí, a grate seller)

What does “gráta” mean?

“Gráta” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.

grate: A metal frame of bars that holds the fuel in a fireplace or stove.Also: fire grate, fireplace grate, firegrate.

1 other meaning: grating

2grating: A framework of parallel or crossed bars covering an opening, such as a drain or window.Also: grille, grid, drain cover.

Other Irish words for grate: grátáil (grate)

“Gráta” with the article

The plural of grate in Irish is grátaí. Here is gráta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.

an gráta

the grate

No change after an

na grátaí

the grates

Plural: no change after na

“Gráta” in a sentence: Irish examples

Common Irish sentences using gráta, the Irish word for grate.

Las sí tine sa ghráta.

She lit a fire in the grate.

Tá an gráta lán de luaithreach.

The grate is full of ashes.

Ghlan mé an gráta ar maidin.

I cleaned the grate this morning.

Cuir fód eile ar an ngráta.

Put another sod of turf on the grate.

Bhí barraí an ghráta dearg leis an teas.

The bars of the grate were red with the heat.

Tá grátaí iarainn sna seantithe go léir.

All the old houses have iron grates.

Thit m'eochair síos trí ghráta sa tsráid.

My key fell down through a grating in the street.

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Grate in Irish: frequently asked questions

What is the Irish for grate?

The Irish for grate is gráta (pronounced “GRAW-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is grátaí. Depending on context it can also mean grating.

How do you pronounce gráta in Irish?

Gráta is said like “GRAW-tuh” (IPA /ˈɡɾˠaːt̪ˠə/).

What is the plural of grate in Irish?

The plural of gráta is grátaí; with the article, na grátaí means “the grates”. The genitive plural is grátaí, as in díoltóir grátaí (a grate seller).

Does gráta have more than one meaning?

Yes. Gráta can mean grate or grating, depending on context; the first is the most common.

Why does gráta change to ghráta or ngráta?

Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) gráta becomes mo ghráta (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár ngráta (eclipsis).

Is 'gráta' the same as 'teallach'?

No. 'Teallach' is the hearth or fireplace as a whole, while 'gráta' is the metal frame of bars that holds the fire.

Grate in Irish (Gráta): Meaning, Pronunciation, Usage