HeyRuaHow to say “parasite” in Irish
- Irish:
- seadán
- English:
- parasite
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SHAD-awn” /ˈʃad̪ˠɑːnˠ/
- Plural:
- seadáin (parasites)
- Genitive singular:
- seadáin, an tseadáin (e.g. saolré an tseadáin, the life cycle of the parasite)
- Genitive plural:
- seadán, na seadán (e.g. saolré na seadán, the life cycle of the parasites)
What does “seadán” mean?
“Seadán” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- parasite
- An organism that lives on or in another living thing and feeds off it.Also: parasitic organism.
1 other meaning:
- 2parasite
- A person who lives off other people without giving anything in return; a sponger.Also: sponger, freeloader, hanger-on.
“Seadán” with the article
The plural of parasite in Irish is seadáin. Here is seadán after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Seadán” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using seadán, the Irish word for parasite.
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Parasite in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for parasite?
The Irish for parasite is seadán (pronounced “SHAD-awn”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is seadáin.
How do you pronounce seadán in Irish?
Seadán is said like “SHAD-awn” (IPA /ˈʃad̪ˠɑːnˠ/).
What is the plural of parasite in Irish?
The plural of seadán is seadáin; with the article, na seadáin means “the parasites”. The genitive plural is seadán, as in saolré na seadán (the life cycle of the parasites).
Why does seadán change to sheadán?
After words like mo (my) and do (your) the first letter is lenited: mo sheadán. After ár (our) it stays ár seadán, because s does not take eclipsis.
Can 'seadán' describe a person?
Yes, as in English, 'seadán' can be used figuratively for someone who lives off others, e.g. 'Is seadán é'.
What is the adjective for parasitic?
The adjective is 'seadánach', as in 'planda seadánach' (a parasitic plant).
