HeyRuaHow to say “scoundrel” in Irish
- Irish:
- scabhaitéir
- English:
- scoundrel
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, third declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKOW-tyay-er” /ˈskəuˌtʲeːɾʲ/
- Plural:
- scabhaitéirí (scoundrels)
- Genitive singular:
- scabhaitéara, an scabhaitéara (e.g. cleasanna an scabhaitéara, the scoundrel's tricks)
- Genitive plural:
- scabhaitéirí, na scabhaitéirí (e.g. dream na scabhaitéirí, the gang of scoundrels)
What does “scabhaitéir” mean?
- scoundrel
- A dishonest, worthless or badly behaved person; a rogue or blackguard.Also: rogue, blackguard, rascal, villain.
Other Irish words for scoundrel: bithiúnach (scoundrel)
“Scabhaitéir” with the article
The plural of scoundrel in Irish is scabhaitéirí. Here is scabhaitéir after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scabhaitéir” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scabhaitéir, the Irish word for scoundrel.
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Scoundrel in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scoundrel?
The Irish for scoundrel is scabhaitéir (pronounced “SKOW-tyay-er”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scabhaitéirí.
How do you pronounce scabhaitéir in Irish?
Scabhaitéir is said like “SKOW-tyay-er” (IPA /ˈskəuˌtʲeːɾʲ/).
What is the plural of scoundrel in Irish?
The plural of scabhaitéir is scabhaitéirí; with the article, na scabhaitéirí means “the scoundrels”. The genitive plural is scabhaitéirí, as in dream na scabhaitéirí (the gang of scoundrels).
How does 'scabhaitéir' differ from 'rógaire'?
Both mean a rogue, but 'rógaire' can be playful or affectionate, while 'scabhaitéir' is usually harsher, closer to blackguard or scoundrel.
