HeyRuaHow to say “pot” in Irish
- Irish:
- pota
- English:
- pot, tub
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PUT-uh” /ˈpˠɔt̪ˠə/
- Plural:
- potaí (pots)
- Genitive singular:
- pota, an phota (e.g. clár an phota, the lid of the pot)
- Genitive plural:
- potaí, na bpotaí (e.g. ag ní na bpotaí, washing the pots)
What does “pota” mean?
“Pota” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pot
- A deep round container used for cooking or for storing things.Also: cooking pot, saucepan, pan.
“Pota” with the article
The plural of pot in Irish is potaí. Here is pota after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Pota” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using pota, the Irish word for pot.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Pot in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pot?
The Irish for pot is pota (pronounced “PUT-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is potaí. Depending on context it can also mean tub.
How do you pronounce pota in Irish?
Pota is said like “PUT-uh” (IPA /ˈpˠɔt̪ˠə/).
What is the plural of pot in Irish?
The plural of pota is potaí; with the article, na potaí means “the pots”. The genitive plural is potaí, as in ag ní na bpotaí (washing the pots).
Does pota have more than one meaning?
Yes. Pota can mean pot or tub, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does pota change to phota or bpota?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) pota becomes mo phota (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpota (eclipsis).
What is the difference between 'pota' and 'sáspan'?
A 'pota' is any pot, often large and deep, while a 'sáspan' is a saucepan with a handle. In everyday speech the two often overlap.
How do I say 'teapot' in Irish?
Say 'pota tae', literally 'pot of tea'; 'taephota' is also found.
