HeyRuaHow to say “prop” in Irish
- Irish:
- taca
- English:
- prop, support, point in time
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “TAK-uh” /ˈt̪ˠakə/
- Plural:
- tacaí (props)
- Genitive singular:
- taca, an taca (e.g. balla taca, supporting wall)
- Genitive plural:
- tacaí, na dtacaí (e.g. neart na dtacaí, the strength of the supports)
What does “taca” mean?
“Taca” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- prop
- Something that holds up or supports something else, such as a prop or a rest.Also: support, rest, stay, brace.
2 other meanings: support or point in time
- 2support
- Help or backing given to a person; also a person who stands by someone.Also: backing, supporter, backer.
- 3point in time
- A particular time or juncture, used mainly in phrases like 'um an dtaca seo' (by this time).Also: time, juncture.
Other Irish words for prop: teannta (support)
“Taca” with the article
The plural of prop in Irish is tacaí. Here is taca after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Taca” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using taca, the Irish word for prop.
Other nouns in Irish
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Prop in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for prop?
The Irish for prop is taca (pronounced “TAK-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is tacaí. Depending on context it can also mean support or point in time.
How do you pronounce taca in Irish?
Taca is said like “TAK-uh” (IPA /ˈt̪ˠakə/).
What is the plural of prop in Irish?
The plural of taca is tacaí; with the article, na tacaí means “the props”. The genitive plural is tacaí, as in neart na dtacaí (the strength of the supports).
Does taca have more than one meaning?
Yes. Taca can mean prop, support or point in time, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does taca change to thaca or dtaca?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) taca becomes mo thaca (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár dtaca (eclipsis).
What does 'i dtaca le' mean?
'I dtaca le' means 'with regard to' or 'concerning', for example 'i dtaca leis an scrúdú' (regarding the exam).
What is the difference between 'taca' and 'tacaíocht'?
'Taca' is often a physical prop or a person who supports you, while 'tacaíocht' is the general abstract word for support or backing.
