HeyRuaHow to say “rascal” in Irish
- Irish:
- rascal
- English:
- rascal
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “RAS-kul” /ˈɾˠasˠkəlˠ/
- Plural:
- rascail (rascals)
- Genitive singular:
- rascail, an rascail (e.g. cleasanna an rascail, the rascal's tricks)
- Genitive plural:
- rascal, na rascal (e.g. dream na rascal, the gang of rascals)
What does “rascal” mean?
- rascal
- A mischievous or dishonest person, often used playfully of a child.Also: rogue, scamp, scoundrel, villain.
Other Irish words for rascal: rógaire (rogue), bligeard (blackguard), rascail (rascal)
“Rascal” with the article
The plural of rascal in Irish is rascail. Here is rascal after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Rascal” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using rascal, the Irish word for rascal.
Other nouns in Irish
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Rascal in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for rascal?
The Irish for rascal is rascal (pronounced “RAS-kul”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is rascail.
How do you pronounce rascal in Irish?
Rascal is said like “RAS-kul” (IPA /ˈɾˠasˠkəlˠ/).
What is the plural of rascal in Irish?
The plural of rascal is rascail; with the article, na rascail means “the rascals”. The genitive plural is rascal, as in dream na rascal (the gang of rascals).
How does 'rascal' differ from 'rógaire' and 'bithiúnach'?
'Rascal' and 'rógaire' are often used playfully, for a mischievous child, while 'bithiúnach' usually means a genuine scoundrel or criminal.
