HeyRuaHow to say “overflow” in Irish
- Irish:
- sceitheadh
- English:
- overflow, divulging, spawning
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- sceith, to divulge (ag sceitheadh, divulging)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SHKEH-hoo” /ˈʃcɛhə/
- Genitive singular:
- sceite, an sceite (e.g. tráth an sceite, the time of the overflow)
What does “sceitheadh” mean?
“Sceitheadh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- overflow
- Verbal noun of sceith: the act of spilling over, overflowing or discharging.Also: spilling, discharge, outflow.
2 other meanings: divulging or spawning
- 2divulging
- The act of revealing a secret or informing on someone; verbal noun of sceith in the sense of telling.Also: leak, disclosure, informing, betrayal.
- 3spawning
- The act of fish laying their eggs.Also: spawn.
“Sceitheadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, sceitheadh means divulging: it is the verbal noun of the verb sceith (to divulge). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Sceitheadh” with the article
Here is sceitheadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Sceitheadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using sceitheadh, the Irish word for overflow.
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Overflow in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for overflow?
The Irish for overflow is sceitheadh (pronounced “SHKEH-hoo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean divulging or spawning.
How do you pronounce sceitheadh in Irish?
Sceitheadh is said like “SHKEH-hoo” (IPA /ˈʃcɛhə/).
Does sceitheadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for sceitheadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does sceitheadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Sceitheadh can mean overflow, divulging or spawning, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Can 'sceitheadh' mean telling a secret?
Yes, 'sceith' also means to divulge, as in 'sceitheadh rúin', the betrayal of a secret; 'sceith sé orm' means he informed on me.
