HeyRuaHow to say “paddle” in Irish
- Irish:
- céasla
- English:
- paddle, scull
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KAYS-luh” /ˈceːsˠlˠə/
- Plural:
- céaslaí (paddles)
- Genitive singular:
- céasla, na céasla (e.g. lann na céasla, the blade of the paddle)
- Genitive plural:
- céaslaí, na gcéaslaí (e.g. lanna na gcéaslaí, the blades of the paddles)
What does “céasla” mean?
“Céasla” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- paddle
- A short oar with a broad blade used to propel a canoe or small boat.Also: canoe paddle, oar.
1 other meaning: scull
- 2scull
- An oar worked over the stern of a boat to drive it forward.Also: scull oar, sculling oar.
Other Irish words for paddle: rámh (oar)
“Céasla” with the article
The plural of paddle in Irish is céaslaí. Here is céasla after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Céasla” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using céasla, the Irish word for paddle.
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Paddle in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for paddle?
The Irish for paddle is céasla (pronounced “KAYS-luh”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is céaslaí. Depending on context it can also mean scull.
How do you pronounce céasla in Irish?
Céasla is said like “KAYS-luh” (IPA /ˈceːsˠlˠə/).
What is the plural of paddle in Irish?
The plural of céasla is céaslaí; with the article, na céaslaí means “the paddles”. The genitive plural is céaslaí, as in lanna na gcéaslaí (the blades of the paddles).
Does céasla have more than one meaning?
Yes. Céasla can mean paddle or scull, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does céasla change to chéasla or gcéasla?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) céasla becomes mo chéasla (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gcéasla (eclipsis).
What is the difference between céasla and maide rámha?
A maide rámha or rámh is an oar fixed to the boat, while a céasla is a paddle held freely in the hands, as in a canoe, or a scull worked at the stern.
