HeyRuaHow to say “lodging” in Irish
- Irish:
- ósta
- English:
- lodging, public house, liquor department
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “OH-stuh” /ˈoːst̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- óstaí
- Genitive singular:
- ósta, an ósta (e.g. fear an ósta, the innkeeper)
- Genitive plural:
- óstaí, na n-óstaí (e.g. úinéirí na n-óstaí, the owners of the inns)
What does “ósta” mean?
“Ósta” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- lodging
- A place where travellers are given lodging and entertainment, used mainly in the phrase 'teach ósta'.Also: inn, hostelry, accommodation.
2 other meanings: public house or liquor department
“Ósta” with the article
The plural of lodging in Irish is óstaí. Here is ósta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Ósta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using ósta, the Irish word for lodging.
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Lodging in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for lodging?
The Irish for lodging is ósta (pronounced “OH-stuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is óstaí. Depending on context it can also mean public house or liquor department.
How do you pronounce ósta in Irish?
Ósta is said like “OH-stuh” (IPA /ˈoːst̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of lodging in Irish?
The plural of ósta is óstaí; with the article, it is na hóstaí. The genitive plural is óstaí, as in úinéirí na n-óstaí (the owners of the inns).
Does ósta have more than one meaning?
Yes. Ósta can mean lodging, public house or liquor department, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does ósta sometimes have a t or h in front of it?
Irish nouns beginning with a vowel take a prefix after certain words: an t-ósta (the lodging), a hósta (her lodging), a n-ósta (their lodging).
What is the difference between 'teach ósta' and 'óstán'?
'Teach ósta' is an inn or pub, while 'óstán' is a hotel. A plain bar is also called 'tábhairne'.
