HeyRuaHow to say “scholar” in Irish
- Irish:
- scoláire
- English:
- scholar, pupil
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKUL-aw-ruh” /ˈsˠkɔl̪ˠaːɾʲə/
- Plural:
- scoláirí (scholars)
- Genitive singular:
- scoláire, an scoláire (e.g. leabhar an scoláire, the scholar's book)
- Genitive plural:
- scoláirí, na scoláirí (e.g. líon na scoláirí, the number of pupils)
What does “scoláire” mean?
“Scoláire” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- scholar
- A learned person who has studied a subject deeply.Also: academic, learned person, expert.
1 other meaning: pupil
- 2pupil
- A person who is learning at a school or college, especially a student at an Irish summer college.Also: student, schoolchild, learner.
“Scoláire” with the article
The plural of scholar in Irish is scoláirí. Here is scoláire after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scoláire” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scoláire, the Irish word for scholar.
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Scholar in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scholar?
The Irish for scholar is scoláire (pronounced “SKUL-aw-ruh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scoláirí. Depending on context it can also mean pupil.
How do you pronounce scoláire in Irish?
Scoláire is said like “SKUL-aw-ruh” (IPA /ˈsˠkɔl̪ˠaːɾʲə/).
What is the plural of scholar in Irish?
The plural of scoláire is scoláirí; with the article, na scoláirí means “the scholars”. The genitive plural is scoláirí, as in líon na scoláirí (the number of pupils).
Does scoláire have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scoláire can mean scholar or pupil, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between scoláire, dalta and mac léinn?
Dalta is a pupil, especially in primary school; mac léinn is a university student; scoláire can mean a pupil or student generally, and also a learned scholar.
What does scoláireacht mean?
Scoláireacht means scholarship, either learning itself or a grant of money for study.
