HeyRuaHow to say “scroll” in Irish
- Irish:
- scrolla
- English:
- scroll, scroll (ornament)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “SKRUL-uh” /ˈsˠkɾˠɔlˠə/
- Plural:
- scrollaí (scrolls)
- Genitive singular:
- scrolla, an scrolla (e.g. ceann an scrolla, the end of the scroll)
- Genitive plural:
- scrollaí, na scrollaí (e.g. bailiúchán na scrollaí, the collection of the scrolls)
What does “scrolla” mean?
“Scrolla” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- scroll
- A roll of paper or parchment with writing on it.Also: roll of parchment, parchment roll.
1 other meaning: scroll (ornament)
- 2scroll (ornament)
- A spiral or curled decorative design, as in architecture or on a violin.Also: scroll, volute, scrollwork.
Other Irish words for scroll: rollóg (roll)
“Scrolla” with the article
The plural of scroll in Irish is scrollaí. Here is scrolla after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Scrolla” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using scrolla, the Irish word for scroll.
Other nouns in Irish
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Scroll in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scroll?
The Irish for scroll is scrolla (pronounced “SKRUL-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is scrollaí. Depending on context it can also mean scroll (ornament).
How do you pronounce scrolla in Irish?
Scrolla is said like “SKRUL-uh” (IPA /ˈsˠkɾˠɔlˠə/).
What is the plural of scroll in Irish?
The plural of scrolla is scrollaí; with the article, na scrollaí means “the scrolls”. The genitive plural is scrollaí, as in bailiúchán na scrollaí (the collection of the scrolls).
Does scrolla have more than one meaning?
Yes. Scrolla can mean scroll or scroll (ornament), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Is 'scrolla' the word for scrolling on a screen?
Not usually: scrolling on a computer is generally expressed with the verb 'scrollaigh' and its verbal noun 'scrollú', while 'scrolla' is the physical roll of parchment.
