HeyRuaHow to say “rascal” in Irish
- Irish:
- rascail
- English:
- rascal
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “RAS-kil” /ˈɾˠasˠkəlʲ/
- Plural:
- rascailí (rascals)
- Genitive singular:
- rascail, an rascail (e.g. cleasanna an rascail, the rascal's tricks)
- Genitive plural:
- rascailí, na rascailí (e.g. scéalta na rascailí, the stories of the rascals)
What does “rascail” mean?
- rascal
- A mischievous or dishonest person, often used playfully of a cheeky child.Also: rogue, scoundrel, rapscallion, villain.
Other Irish words for rascal: rógaire (rogue), bligeard (blackguard), rascal (rascal)
“Rascail” with the article
The plural of rascal in Irish is rascailí. Here is rascail after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rascail” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rascail, the Irish word for rascal.
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Rascal in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rascal?
The Irish for rascal is rascail (pronounced “RAS-kil”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rascailí.
How do you pronounce rascail in Irish?
Rascail is said like “RAS-kil” (IPA /ˈɾˠasˠkəlʲ/).
What is the plural of rascal in Irish?
The plural of rascail is rascailí; with the article, na rascailí means “the rascals”. The genitive plural is rascailí, as in scéalta na rascailí (the stories of the rascals).
Is 'rascail' always insulting?
No. Like English 'rascal', 'rascail' is often affectionate, especially of children: 'a rascail bhig!'. For a truly wicked person, 'bithiúnach' is stronger.
What is the difference between 'rascail' and 'rógaire'?
Both mean a rogue, and 'rógaire' is very common for a playful scamp. 'Rascail' covers much the same ground, from cheeky child to scoundrel.
