HeyRuaHow to say “screw” in Irish
- Irish:
- scriú
- English:
- screw, propeller
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “shkroo” /ʃkɾˠuː/
- Plural:
- scriúnna (screws)
- Genitive singular:
- scriú, an scriú (e.g. ceann an scriú, the head of the screw)
- Genitive plural:
- scriúnna, na scriúnna (e.g. bosca na scriúnna, the box of screws)
What does “scriú” mean?
“Scriú” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- screw
- A small metal fastener with a spiral thread that is turned into wood or other material to hold things together.Also: wood screw, fastener.
1 other meaning: propeller
- 2propeller
- A screw propeller that drives a ship or boat through the water.Also: screw propeller, ship's screw.
“Scriú” with the article
The plural of screw in Irish is scriúnna. Here is scriú after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scriú” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scriú, the Irish word for screw.
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Screw in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for screw?
The Irish for screw is scriú (pronounced “shkroo”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scriúnna. Depending on context it can also mean propeller.
How do you pronounce scriú in Irish?
Scriú is said like “shkroo” (IPA /ʃkɾˠuː/).
What is the plural of screw in Irish?
The plural of scriú is scriúnna; with the article, na scriúnna means “the screws”. The genitive plural is scriúnna, as in bosca na scriúnna (the box of screws).
Does scriú have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scriú can mean screw or propeller, depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the Irish for screwdriver?
A screwdriver is 'scriúire', derived from 'scriú'.
Is 'scriú' the same as 'tairne'?
No: 'scriú' is a screw that is turned in, while 'tairne' is a nail that is hammered in.
