HeyRuaHow to say “Saturn” in Irish
- Irish:
- Satarn
- English:
- Saturn, Saturn (God)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SA-turn” /ˈsˠatˠəɾˠn̪ˠ/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Satairn (e.g. fáinní Satairn, the rings of Saturn)
What does “Satarn” mean?
“Satarn” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- Saturn
- Saturn, the sixth planet from the sun, known for its rings.Also: planet Saturn, ringed planet.
1 other meaning: Saturn (God)
- 2Saturn (God)
- Saturn, the Roman god of agriculture and time.Also: Saturn, Roman God Saturn.
“Satarn” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Satarn, the Irish word for Saturn.
Is pláinéad an-mhór é Satarn.
Saturn is a very large planet.
Tá fáinní áille timpeall ar Shatarn.
There are beautiful rings around Saturn.
Chonaic mé Satarn trí theileascóp aréir.
I saw Saturn through a telescope last night.
Is é Tíotán an ghealach is mó atá ag Satarn.
Titan is the largest moon of Saturn.
Tá Satarn níos faide ón ngrian ná Iúpatar.
Saturn is farther from the sun than Jupiter.
Is gás den chuid is mó atá i Satarn.
Saturn is mostly made of gas.
Bhí an spásárthach ag taisteal i dtreo Shatairn.
The spacecraft was travelling towards Saturn.
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Saturn in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Saturn?
The Irish for Saturn is Satarn (pronounced “SA-turn”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean Saturn (God).
How do you pronounce Satarn in Irish?
Satarn is said like “SA-turn” (IPA /ˈsˠatˠəɾˠn̪ˠ/).
Does Satarn have a plural?
No. Satarn is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Does Satarn have more than one meaning?
Yes. Satarn can mean Saturn or Saturn (God), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is Satarn related to Saturday in Irish?
Yes: Dé Sathairn, Saturday, comes from the same Latin name, though it is spelt Sathairn, while the planet is Satarn, genitive Satairn.
