HeyRuaHow to say “scollop” in Irish
- Irish:
- scolb
- English:
- scollop, splinter
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “skul-ub” /skɔl̪ˠəbˠ/
- Plural:
- scoilb (scollops)
- Genitive singular:
- scoilb, an scoilb (e.g. barr an scoilb, the tip of the scollop)
- Genitive plural:
- scolb, na scolb (e.g. beart na scolb, the bundle of scollops)
What does “scolb” mean?
“Scolb” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- scollop
- A pointed stick or rod, usually of hazel or willow, bent and used to pin thatch to a roof.Also: thatching rod, thatching peg, scolb.
1 other meaning: splinter
- 2splinter
- A thin sliver or splinter of wood.Also: sliver, chip of wood.
“Scolb” with the article
The plural of scollop in Irish is scoilb. Here is scolb after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scolb” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scolb, the Irish word for scollop.
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Scollop in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scollop?
The Irish for scollop is scolb (pronounced “skul-ub”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scoilb. Depending on context it can also mean splinter.
How do you pronounce scolb in Irish?
Scolb is said like “skul-ub” (IPA /skɔl̪ˠəbˠ/).
What is the plural of scollop in Irish?
The plural of scolb is scoilb; with the article, na scoilb means “the scollops”. The genitive plural is scolb, as in beart na scolb (the bundle of scollops).
Does scolb have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scolb can mean scollop or splinter, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is a 'scolb' used for?
A 'scolb' is a bent, pointed rod of hazel or willow pushed into thatch (tuí) to hold it in place on the roof.
