HeyRuaHow to say “scrum” in Irish
- Irish:
- clibirt
- English:
- scrum, scrimmage
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine, second declension
- Pronunciation:
- “KLIB-irt” /ˈclʲɪbʲəɾˠtʲ/
- Plural:
- clibirtí (scrums)
- Genitive singular:
- clibirte, na clibirte (e.g. leathchúlaí na clibirte, the scrum-half)
- Genitive plural:
- clibirtí, na gclibirtí (e.g. líon na gclibirtí, the number of scrums)
What does “clibirt” mean?
“Clibirt” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- scrum
- In rugby, a set piece where the forwards of both teams bind together and push against each other to win the ball.Also: scrummage, rugby scrum.
1 other meaning: scrimmage
- 2scrimmage
- A confused struggle or scuffle among a group of people, especially over something.Also: scuffle, melee, scramble.
“Clibirt” with the article
The plural of scrum in Irish is clibirtí. Here is clibirt after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Clibirt” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using clibirt, the Irish word for scrum.
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Scrum in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for scrum?
The Irish for scrum is clibirt (pronounced “KLIB-irt”). It’s a feminine noun and the plural is clibirtí. Depending on context it can also mean scrimmage.
How do you pronounce clibirt in Irish?
Clibirt is said like “KLIB-irt” (IPA /ˈclʲɪbʲəɾˠtʲ/).
What is the plural of scrum in Irish?
The plural of clibirt is clibirtí; with the article, na clibirtí means “the scrums”. The genitive plural is clibirtí, as in líon na gclibirtí (the number of scrums).
Does clibirt have more than one meaning?
Yes. Clibirt can mean scrum or scrimmage, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does clibirt change to chlibirt or gclibirt?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) clibirt becomes mo chlibirt (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár gclibirt (eclipsis).
What is a scrum-half called in Irish?
A scrum-half is 'leathchúlaí clibirte', using the genitive 'clibirte'.
Is 'clibirt' only used for rugby?
No, 'clibirt' can also mean a general scrimmage or scuffle, though in modern use it most often means a rugby scrum.
