HeyRuaHow to say “overcoat” in Irish
- Irish:
- forchóta
- English:
- overcoat
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “FOR-khoh-tuh” /ˈfˠɔɾˠˌxoːt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- forchótaí (overcoats)
- Genitive singular:
- forchóta, an fhorchóta (e.g. póca an fhorchóta, the pocket of the overcoat)
- Genitive plural:
- forchótaí, na bhforchótaí (e.g. pócaí na bhforchótaí, the pockets of the overcoats)
What does “forchóta” mean?
- overcoat
- A long, warm coat worn over other clothes, especially in cold weather.Also: greatcoat, topcoat, winter coat.
Other Irish words for overcoat: cóta (coat)
“Forchóta” with the article
The plural of overcoat in Irish is forchótaí. Here is forchóta after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Forchóta” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using forchóta, the Irish word for overcoat.
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Overcoat in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for overcoat?
The Irish for overcoat is forchóta (pronounced “FOR-khoh-tuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is forchótaí.
How do you pronounce forchóta in Irish?
Forchóta is said like “FOR-khoh-tuh” (IPA /ˈfˠɔɾˠˌxoːt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of overcoat in Irish?
The plural of forchóta is forchótaí; with the article, na forchótaí means “the overcoats”. The genitive plural is forchótaí, as in pócaí na bhforchótaí (the pockets of the overcoats).
Why does forchóta change to fhorchóta or bhforchóta?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) forchóta becomes m'fhorchóta (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bhforchóta (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'forchóta' and 'cóta'?
'Cóta' is the general word for any coat, while 'forchóta' specifically means an overcoat worn over other clothes. In everyday speech many people simply say 'cóta mór' for an overcoat.
