HeyRuaHow to say “scattering” in Irish
- Irish:
- scaipeadh
- English:
- scattering, distribution, dissipation
- Word type:
- noun (verbal noun)
- Verbal noun of:
- scaip, to scatter (ag scaipeadh, scattering)
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “SKAP-oo” /ˈskapʲə/
- Genitive singular:
- scaipthe, an scaipthe (e.g. am scaipthe an tslua, the time of the crowd's dispersal)
What does “scaipeadh” mean?
“Scaipeadh” has three alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- scattering
- The act of scattering or spreading things or people about; verbal noun of the verb 'scaip'.Also: spreading, dispersal, dispersing.
2 other meanings: distribution or dissipation
- 2distribution
- The spreading or distributing of something, such as news, a disease or goods, over a wide area.Also: spread, diffusion, circulation.
- 3dissipation
- Wasting or squandering something, such as money, or the breaking up of a crowd or gathering.Also: squandering, breaking up, dismissal.
Other Irish words for scattering: spré (spreading)
“Scaipeadh” as a verbal noun
After ag, scaipeadh means scattering: it is the verbal noun of the verb scaip (to scatter). A noun that follows it goes into the genitive.
“Scaipeadh” with the article
Here is scaipeadh after the article (an t-alt).
“Scaipeadh” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scaipeadh, the Irish word for scattering.
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Scattering in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scattering?
The Irish for scattering is scaipeadh (pronounced “SKAP-oo”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean distribution or dissipation.
How do you pronounce scaipeadh in Irish?
Scaipeadh is said like “SKAP-oo” (IPA /ˈskapʲə/).
Does scaipeadh have a plural?
No plural form is given for scaipeadh in the standard. Many abstract and mass nouns in Irish have no plural.
Does scaipeadh have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scaipeadh can mean scattering, distribution or dissipation, depending on context; the first is the most common.
How do you say 'the crowd scattered' using scaipeadh?
A common pattern is 'chuir siad scaipeadh ar an slua' (they scattered the crowd), or simply 'scaip an slua'.
