HeyRuaHow to say “purse” in Irish
- Irish:
- spaga
- English:
- purse, money
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SPAH-guh” /ˈspˠaɡə/
- Plural:
- spagaí (purses)
- Genitive singular:
- spaga, an spaga (e.g. béal an spaga, mouth of the purse)
- Genitive plural:
- spagaí, na spagaí (e.g. béil na spagaí, the mouths of the purses)
What does “spaga” mean?
“Spaga” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- purse
- A small bag or pouch for carrying money.Also: pouch, money bag, wallet.
1 other meaning: money
- 2money
- Figuratively, a store of money or savings, as in 'tá spaga aige' (he has money).Also: savings, wealth.
Other Irish words for purse: sparán (purse)
“Spaga” with the article
The plural of purse in Irish is spagaí. Here is spaga after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Spaga” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using spaga, the Irish word for purse.
Other nouns in Irish
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Purse in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for purse?
The Irish for purse is spaga (pronounced “SPAH-guh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is spagaí. Depending on context it can also mean money.
How do you pronounce spaga in Irish?
Spaga is said like “SPAH-guh” (IPA /ˈspˠaɡə/).
What is the plural of purse in Irish?
The plural of spaga is spagaí; with the article, na spagaí means “the purses”. The genitive plural is spagaí, as in béil na spagaí (the mouths of the purses).
Does spaga have more than one meaning?
Yes. Spaga can mean purse or money, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between spaga and sparán?
Both mean purse; sparán is the more common general word, while spaga often suggests a pouch or a stock of money, as in 'tá spaga aige'.
