HeyRuaHow to say “release” in Irish
- Irish:
- scaoileadh
- English:
- release, shooting, dissolution
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- scaoil, to release (ag scaoileadh, releasing)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKEE-luh” /ˈskiːlʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- scaoilte, an scaoilte (e.g. am an scaoilte, the time of release)
What does “scaoileadh” mean?
“Scaoileadh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- release
- The verbal noun of scaoil: the act of letting something or someone go, freeing or releasing them.Also: releasing, freeing, letting go, loosening.
2 other meanings: shooting or dissolution
- 2shooting
- The act of firing a gun or a shot, from scaoil in the sense of firing.Also: firing, discharge.
- 3dissolution
- The act of dissolving or breaking up something such as a parliament, a meeting or a partnership.Also: dissolving, breaking up, dismissal.
Other Irish words for release: scaoil (release), fuascailt (release), saoradh (freeing), lainseáil (launch)
“Scaoileadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, scaoileadh means releasing: it is the verbal noun of the verb scaoil (to release). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Scaoileadh” with the article
Here is scaoileadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Scaoileadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scaoileadh, the Irish word for release.
Other nouns in Irish
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Release in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for release?
The Irish for release is scaoileadh (pronounced “SKEE-luh”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean shooting or dissolution.
How do you pronounce scaoileadh in Irish?
Scaoileadh is said like “SKEE-luh” (IPA /ˈskiːlʲə/).
Does scaoileadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for scaoileadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does scaoileadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scaoileadh can mean release, shooting or dissolution, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do I say 'fire at someone' using scaoil?
Use scaoil le: scaoil sé leis an bhfear, 'he fired at the man'; the noun is scaoileadh.
Is scaoilte only a genitive?
No, scaoilte is also the past participle meaning 'loose' or 'released', as in gruaig scaoilte, 'loose hair'.
