HeyRuaHow to say “pipit” in Irish
- Irish:
- riabhóg
- English:
- pipit, skylark
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “REE-uh-vohg” /ˈɾˠiəvˠoːɡ/
- Plural:
- riabhóga (pipits)
- Genitive singular:
- riabhóige, na riabhóige (e.g. nead na riabhóige, the pipit's nest)
- Genitive plural:
- riabhóg, na riabhóg (e.g. ceol na riabhóg, the song of the pipits)
What does “riabhóg” mean?
“Riabhóg” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pipit
- A small brown streaked songbird of open country, such as the meadow pipit.Also: meadow pipit, titlark.
1 other meaning: skylark
- 2skylark
- In some dialects, the skylark, a small brown bird that sings high in the air.Also: lark.
“Riabhóg” with the article
The plural of pipit in Irish is riabhóga. Here is riabhóg after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Riabhóg” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using riabhóg, the Irish word for pipit.
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Pipit in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pipit?
The Irish for pipit is riabhóg (pronounced “REE-uh-vohg”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is riabhóga. Depending on context it can also mean skylark.
How do you pronounce riabhóg in Irish?
Riabhóg is said like “REE-uh-vohg” (IPA /ˈɾˠiəvˠoːɡ/).
What is the plural of pipit in Irish?
The plural of riabhóg is riabhóga; with the article, na riabhóga means “the pipits”. The genitive plural is riabhóg, as in ceol na riabhóg (the song of the pipits).
Does riabhóg have more than one meaning?
Yes. Riabhóg can mean pipit or skylark, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is riabhóg the same as fuiseog?
Normally fuiseog is the skylark and riabhóg is the pipit, though riabhóg is used for the lark in some areas.
