HeyRuaHow to say “hut” in Irish
- Irish:
- bothóg
- English:
- hut, cottage
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “BUH-hohg” /ˈbˠɔhoːɡ/
- Plural:
- bothóga (huts)
- Genitive singular:
- bothóige, na bothóige (e.g. doras na bothóige, the door of the hut)
- Genitive plural:
- bothóg, na mbothóg (e.g. díonta na mbothóg, the roofs of the huts)
What does “bothóg” mean?
“Bothóg” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- hut
- A small, simple dwelling or shelter, such as a shanty or cabin.Also: shanty, cabin, shack, hovel.
“Bothóg” with the article
The plural of hut in Irish is bothóga. Here is bothóg after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Bothóg” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using bothóg, the Irish word for hut.
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Hut in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for hut?
The Irish for hut is bothóg (pronounced “BUH-hohg”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is bothóga. Depending on context it can also mean cottage.
How do you pronounce bothóg in Irish?
Bothóg is said like “BUH-hohg” (IPA /ˈbˠɔhoːɡ/).
What is the plural of hut in Irish?
The plural of bothóg is bothóga; with the article, na bothóga means “the huts”. The genitive plural is bothóg, as in díonta na mbothóg (the roofs of the huts).
Does bothóg have more than one meaning?
Yes. Bothóg can mean hut or cottage, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does bothóg change to bhothóg or mbothóg?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) bothóg becomes mo bhothóg (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár mbothóg (eclipsis).
How is 'bothóg' different from 'both'?
'Both' is the basic word for a hut or booth, and 'bothóg' adds the diminutive ending -óg, suggesting a small or humble hut or shanty.
