HeyRuaHow to say “scaffold” in Irish
- Irish:
- scafall
- English:
- scaffold, scaffold (for execution)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAF-ul” /ˈskafəl̪ˠ/
- Plural:
- scafaill (scaffolds)
- Genitive singular:
- scafaill, an scafaill (e.g. barr an scafaill, the top of the scaffold)
- Genitive plural:
- scafall, na scafall (e.g. cuideachta scafall, a scaffolding company)
What does “scafall” mean?
“Scafall” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- scaffold
- A temporary framework of poles and planks put up around a building so that workers can reach high parts of it.Also: scaffolding, staging.
1 other meaning: scaffold (for execution)
- 2scaffold (for execution)
- A raised platform on which criminals were formerly executed.Also: scaffold, gallows platform, execution platform.
“Scafall” with the article
The plural of scaffold in Irish is scafaill. Here is scafall after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scafall” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scafall, the Irish word for scaffold.
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Scaffold in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scaffold?
The Irish for scaffold is scafall (pronounced “SKAF-ul”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scafaill. Depending on context it can also mean scaffold (for execution).
How do you pronounce scafall in Irish?
Scafall is said like “SKAF-ul” (IPA /ˈskafəl̪ˠ/).
What is the plural of scaffold in Irish?
The plural of scafall is scafaill; with the article, na scafaill means “the scaffolds”. The genitive plural is scafall, as in cuideachta scafall (a scaffolding company).
Does scafall have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scafall can mean scaffold or scaffold (for execution), depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between scafall and croch?
Scafall is the platform or framework, whether for builders or an execution, while croch is the gallows itself, as in 'cur chun croiche', to hang someone.
