HeyRuaHow to say “jug” in Irish
- Irish:
- crúsca
- English:
- jug, jar
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KROOS-kuh” /ˈkɾˠuːskə/
- Plural:
- crúscaí (jugs)
- Genitive singular:
- crúsca, an chrúsca (e.g. cluas an chrúsca, the handle of the jug)
- Genitive plural:
- crúscaí, na gcrúscaí (e.g. seilf na gcrúscaí, the jug shelf)
What does “crúsca” mean?
“Crúsca” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- jug
- A container with a handle and a spout for holding and pouring liquids such as milk or water.Also: pitcher, crock, ewer.
“Crúsca” with the article
The plural of jug in Irish is crúscaí. Here is crúsca after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Crúsca” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using crúsca, the Irish word for jug.
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Jug in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for jug?
The Irish for jug is crúsca (pronounced “KROOS-kuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is crúscaí. Depending on context it can also mean jar.
How do you pronounce crúsca in Irish?
Crúsca is said like “KROOS-kuh” (IPA /ˈkɾˠuːskə/).
What is the plural of jug in Irish?
The plural of crúsca is crúscaí; with the article, na crúscaí means “the jugs”. The genitive plural is crúscaí, as in seilf na gcrúscaí (the jug shelf).
Does crúsca have more than one meaning?
Yes. Crúsca can mean jug or jar, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does crúsca change to chrúsca or gcrúsca?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) crúsca becomes mo chrúsca (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcrúsca (eclipsis).
What is the difference between crúsca and próca?
A crúsca is a jug for pouring, usually with a handle and spout, while a próca is a jar or pot for storing things such as jam.
