HeyRuaHow to say “insult” in Irish
- Irish:
- masla
- English:
- insult, strain
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “MAS-luh” /ˈmˠasˠl̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- maslaí (insults)
- Genitive singular:
- masla, an mhasla (e.g. géire an mhasla, the sharpness of the insult)
- Genitive plural:
- maslaí, na maslaí (e.g. géire na maslaí, the sharpness of the insults)
What does “masla” mean?
“Masla” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- insult
- Something said or done that offends or shows contempt for a person.Also: abuse, affront, offence.
“Masla” with the article
The plural of insult in Irish is maslaí. Here is masla after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Masla” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using masla, the Irish word for insult.
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Insult in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for insult?
The Irish for insult is masla (pronounced “MAS-luh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is maslaí. Depending on context it can also mean strain.
How do you pronounce masla in Irish?
Masla is said like “MAS-luh” (IPA /ˈmˠasˠl̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of insult in Irish?
The plural of masla is maslaí; with the article, na maslaí means “the insults”. The genitive plural is maslaí, as in géire na maslaí (the sharpness of the insults).
Does masla have more than one meaning?
Yes. Masla can mean insult or strain, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does masla change to mhasla?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo mhasla. After ár (our) it stays ár masla, because m does not take eclipsis.
How do I say 'to insult someone' in Irish?
Use the verb 'maslaigh' (mhaslaigh sé mé, he insulted me) or the phrase 'masla a thabhairt do dhuine'.
Can 'masla' mean physical strain?
Yes, in older or literary use 'masla' can mean a heavy strain or punishing effort, as in 'masla ar an gcapall', a strain on the horse.
